How to Pronounce "watchdog"
word
ˈwɑtʃˌdɔɡ
WAHCH-dawg
wˈɒtʃdɒɡ
WOTCH-dog
Definition
A watchdog is a dog that guards a place and warns people of danger. The word is also used to describe a person or organization that monitors the actions of others, especially to prevent wrongdoing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑtʃˌdɔɡ
British English
wˈɒtʃdɒɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAHCH-dawg
UK
WOTCH-dog
Listen in Context
The watchdog barked loudly at night.
A watchdog protects the house from strangers.
The government created a watchdog to check pollution.
Consumer groups act as a watchdog for buyers.