How to Pronounce "avoid"

word

/əˈvɔɪd/

uh-VOYD

/ɐvˈɔɪd/

uh-VOYD

Definition

To stay away from someone or something, or to prevent something from happening. It is used when you do not want contact, trouble, danger, or an unwanted result.

IPA Transcription

American English

/əˈvɔɪd/

British English

/ɐvˈɔɪd/

Simplified Pronunciation

uh-VOYD

Listen in Context

I avoid coffee after dinner.

She left early to avoid traffic.

We wear helmets to avoid injury.

I've been avoiding him since that awkward meeting.