How to Pronounce "fire back"
expression
ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ/ /ˈbæk
FY-ur BAK
fˈaɪə/ /bˈæk
FY-uh BAK
Definition
To respond quickly, angrily, or sharply, especially after being criticized or attacked. It can be used for both words and actions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ/ /ˈbæk
British English
fˈaɪə/ /bˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FY-ur BAK
UK
FY-uh BAK
Listen in Context
The student fired back when the teacher criticized him.
She fired back with a clever answer.
If someone insults you, don't just fire back.
"You never help out!" he yelled, and she fired back with, "I do twice as much as you!"