How to Pronounce "pantywaist"
word
PAN-tee-wayst
PAN-tee-wayst
Definition
A disrespectful and old-fashioned word for someone who is seen as weak, cowardly, or not masculine. Used as an insult.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpæn.tiˌweɪst
British English
ˈpæn.tiˌweɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAN-tee-wayst
UK
PAN-tee-wayst
Listen in Context
Don't be such a pantywaist during the game.
His classmates called him a pantywaist when he refused to climb the tree.
The coach shouted, 'No pantywaists on my team!'
I always thought Uncle Joe was a real pantywaist until I saw him stand up to his boss.