How to Pronounce "piss away"
expression
ˈpɪs/ /əˈweɪ
PISS-uh-WAY
pˈɪs/ /ɐwˈeɪ
PISS-uh-WAY
Definition
To waste something, especially money, time, or opportunities, in a careless or reckless way. This is an informal and mildly vulgar expression.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪs/ /əˈweɪ
British English
pˈɪs/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PISS-uh-WAY
UK
PISS-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
He pissed away all his savings on gambling.
Don't piss away your time on things that don't matter.
She didn't want to piss away the chance to study abroad.
You had a great job, and you just pissed it away.