How to Pronounce "cocksure"
word
ˌkɑkˈʃʊr
kahk-SHOOR
kˌɒkʃˈɔː
kok-SHAW
Definition
Very sure of yourself in a way that is annoying or seems arrogant; overly confident without doubt or hesitation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑkˈʃʊr
British English
kˌɒkʃˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kahk-SHOOR
UK
kok-SHAW
Listen in Context
He sounded cocksure during the whole meeting.
Don't be so cocksure about your answer.
She gave a cocksure reply without thinking.
Mark’s so cocksure he never listens to advice.