How to Pronounce "steer clear of"
expression
ˈstɪɹ/ /ˈkɫɪɹ/ /ˈəv
STEER KLEER uhv
stˈiə/ /klˈiə/ /ˈɒv
STEE-uh KLEE-uh ov
Definition
To intentionally avoid someone or something, usually because it is dangerous, difficult, or unpleasant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɪɹ/ /ˈkɫɪɹ/ /ˈəv
British English
stˈiə/ /klˈiə/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STEER KLEER uhv
UK
STEE-uh KLEE-uh ov
Listen in Context
You should steer clear of that dog. It can bite.
He tries to steer clear of junk food.
It's best to steer clear of trouble.
If I were you, I’d steer clear of that topic around her.