How to Pronounce "balk at"
expression
ˈbɑɫk/, /ˈbɔk/ /ˈæt
BAWK at or BAHK at
bˈɔːlk/ /ˈæt
BAWK at
Definition
To show reluctance or refuse to do something, especially because it seems difficult, unpleasant, or unreasonable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑɫk/, /ˈbɔk/ /ˈæt
British English
bˈɔːlk/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAWK at or BAHK at
UK
BAWK at
Listen in Context
Many students balk at doing extra homework.
He balked at the high price of the ticket.
She balked at eating spicy food.
Investors balked at the idea of funding such a risky project.