How to Pronounce "take the mickey"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmɪki
TAYK thuh MIK-ee
tˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈɪki
TAYK thuh MIK-ee
Definition
To tease or make fun of someone, usually in a playful or mocking way. It's a British expression for joking or making fun, not always meant to hurt.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmɪki
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈɪki
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK thuh MIK-ee
UK
TAYK thuh MIK-ee
Listen in Context
Are you taking the mickey out of me?
He always takes the mickey when I make a mistake.
Stop taking the mickey and help me, please.
She can't tell if they're being friendly or just taking the mickey.