How to Pronounce "pussyfoot"
word
PUH-see-foot
PUSS-ee-foot
Definition
To avoid taking a clear stand or speaking directly, especially to avoid offending or to delay a decision.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊsiˈfʊt
British English
pˈʊsɪfˌʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUH-see-foot
UK
PUSS-ee-foot
Listen in Context
Don't pussyfoot when you answer the question.
If you keep pussyfooting, we will never decide.
He tends to pussyfoot around difficult topics.
Stop pussyfooting around and just tell me the truth.