Como Pronunciar "kowtowing"

word

KOW-TOW-ing or KOH-TOH-ing

kow-TOW-ing

Definição

Showing too much respect or obedience to someone, especially to gain favor or out of fear. Often used disapprovingly for people who act submissively to someone in power.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈkaʊˈtaʊ/, /ˈkoʊˈtoʊ

Inglês Britânico

kˈaʊtaʊɪŋ

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

KOW-TOW-ing or KOH-TOH-ing

kow-TOW-ing

Ouça em Contexto

He was kowtowing to his boss to get a promotion.

She dislikes kowtowing to authority.

The politician was accused of kowtowing to business interests.

Stop kowtowing to her just because she’s in charge!