How to Pronounce "long fuse"
expression
ˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈfjuz
LAWNG FYOOZ
lˈɒŋ/ /fjˈuːz
LONG FYOOZ
Definition
Describes someone who does not get angry easily and takes a long time to lose their temper. Used to say a person is very patient before reacting emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈfjuz
British English
lˈɒŋ/ /fjˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAWNG FYOOZ
UK
LONG FYOOZ
Listen in Context
He has a long fuse and rarely gets angry.
A person with a long fuse is very patient.
My teacher is known for her long fuse.
You can push his buttons all day, but he's got a long fuse.