How to Pronounce "huff and puff"
expression
ˈhəf/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈpəf
HUHF and PUHF
hˈʌf/ /ˈænd/ /pˈʌf
HUHF and PUHF
Definition
To breathe heavily or noisily, usually because you are tired, out of breath, or irritated. It can also mean to complain loudly or make a fuss.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhəf/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈpəf
British English
hˈʌf/ /ˈænd/ /pˈʌf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HUHF and PUHF
UK
HUHF and PUHF
Listen in Context
After running up the stairs, she began to huff and puff.
He always huffs and puffs when he carries the groceries.
The children huffed and puffed after playing soccer.
He can huff and puff all he wants, but the rules won't change.