How to Pronounce "bail out of"
expression
BAYL-OWT-uhv
BAYL-OWT-ov
Definition
To leave, quit, or withdraw from something, usually in a sudden or unexpected way, often to avoid problems or responsibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbeɪɫ/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv
British English
bˈeɪl/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAYL-OWT-uhv
UK
BAYL-OWT-ov
Listen in Context
He always bails out of meetings at the last minute.
Don't bail out of your responsibilities.
She bailed out of the project halfway through.
Sorry, I have to bail out of our dinner tonight—work came up.