How to Pronounce "fake out"
expression
ˈfeɪk/ /ˈaʊt
FAYK-owt
fˈeɪk/ /ˈaʊt
FAYK-owt
Definition
To trick or deceive someone by pretending to do one thing and then doing another, often used in sports or playful contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfeɪk/ /ˈaʊt
British English
fˈeɪk/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAYK-owt
UK
FAYK-owt
Listen in Context
He tried to fake out the defender with a sudden move.
She faked out her friends by pretending she forgot their birthdays.
The cat faked out the dog by acting asleep.
Wow, you really faked me out with that magic trick!