How to Pronounce "cosy up to"
expression
KOH-zee UP too, tuh, ti
KOH-zee UP TOO
Definition
To act friendly or close to someone, usually because you want something from them or to gain an advantage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkoʊzi/ /ˈəp/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
kˈəʊzi/ /ˈʌp/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KOH-zee UP too, tuh, ti
UK
KOH-zee UP TOO
Listen in Context
He always cosies up to the teacher before exams.
You shouldn't cosy up to people just to get favors.
They tried to cosy up to the new manager at lunch.
Don’t bother cosying up to her—she sees right through it.