How to Pronounce "a false move"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfɔɫs/ /ˈmuv
uh FAWLS MOOV
æɪ/ /fˈɒls/ /mˈuːv
uh FOLS MOOV
Definition
'A false move' means doing something wrong or making a mistake, especially in a risky or tense situation, which could have serious consequences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfɔɫs/ /ˈmuv
British English
æɪ/ /fˈɒls/ /mˈuːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh FAWLS MOOV
UK
uh FOLS MOOV
Listen in Context
If you make a false move, the alarm will go off.
The guard warned us not to make a false move.
During the game, a false move could cost you the victory.
He stood so still—he knew a false move could get him noticed.