How to Pronounce "pass the buck"
expression
ˈpæs/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbək
PASS thuh BUHK
pˈɑːs/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈʌk
PAHSS thuh BUHK
Definition
To try to avoid responsibility or blame by making someone else deal with a problem or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpæs/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbək
British English
pˈɑːs/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈʌk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PASS thuh BUHK
UK
PAHSS thuh BUHK
Listen in Context
He always tries to pass the buck when there is a problem.
Don’t pass the buck—take responsibility for your mistake.
Managers should not pass the buck to their team members.
"Don’t try to pass the buck—we all know it was your decision."