How to Pronounce "run a fever"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfivɝ
RUN-uh-FEE-vur
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /fˈiːvɐ
ruhn-uh-FEE-vuh
Definition
To have a higher body temperature than normal, usually because you are sick.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfivɝ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /fˈiːvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uh-FEE-vur
UK
ruhn-uh-FEE-vuh
Listen in Context
He started to run a fever last night.
If you run a fever, you should rest and drink water.
She stayed home because she was running a fever.
I don’t feel well—I think I might be running a fever.