Como Pronunciar "curry favor"
expression
KURR-ee FAY-vur
KURR-ee FAY-vuh
Definição
To try to gain someone's approval or advantage by flattering or pleasing them, often in a way that seems insincere.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈkəɹi/, /ˈkɝi/ /ˈfeɪvɝ
Inglês Britânico
kˈʌɹi/ /fˈeɪvɐ
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
KURR-ee FAY-vur
UK
KURR-ee FAY-vuh
Ouça em Contexto
He tried to curry favor with his manager by bringing coffee every morning.
Politicians often curry favor with voters before an election.
She does not curry favor with anyone, even if it makes things harder for her.
It’s obvious he’s just trying to curry favor with the new boss.