Como Pronunciar "nibble away at"
expression
NIH-buhl uh-WAY AT
NIB-uhl uh-WAY AT
Definição
To gradually reduce or use up something, often in small amounts or steps. It can also mean to slowly weaken something over time.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈnɪbəɫ/ /əˈweɪ/ /ˈæt
Inglês Britânico
nˈɪbəl/ /ɐwˈeɪ/ /ˈæt
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
NIH-buhl uh-WAY AT
UK
NIB-uhl uh-WAY AT
Ouça em Contexto
Over time, small expenses can nibble away at your savings.
The rain is starting to nibble away at the paint on the fence.
The little mice nibble away at the cheese every night.
Stress can nibble away at your health if you don't manage it properly.