How to Pronounce "put off by"
expression
ˈpʊt/ /ˈɔf/ /ˈbaɪ
PUT-AWF-BY
pʊt/ /ˈɒf/ /bˈaɪ
PUT-OFF-BY
Definition
To lose interest in something or someone because of a negative detail or experience; to feel discouraged or repelled by something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊt/ /ˈɔf/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
pʊt/ /ˈɒf/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUT-AWF-BY
UK
PUT-OFF-BY
Listen in Context
She was put off by the strong smell of the cheese.
Many tourists are put off by the high prices.
He is easily put off by loud noises.
I was really put off by his rude attitude at dinner.