How to Pronounce "watch out for"
expression
ˈwɑtʃ/, /ˈwɔtʃ/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
WAHCH-owt-fer
wˈɒtʃ/ /ˈaʊt/ /fˈɔː
WOTCH-owt-for
Definition
To be careful about possible dangers or to pay close attention to something or someone that could cause problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑtʃ/, /ˈwɔtʃ/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
wˈɒtʃ/ /ˈaʊt/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAHCH-owt-fer
UK
WOTCH-owt-for
Listen in Context
Watch out for the wet floor.
Watch out for cars when you cross the street.
Watch out for the dog in the yard.
If you go hiking, watch out for snakes on the trail.