How to Pronounce "bode"
word
ˈboʊd
BOHD
bˈəʊd
BOHD
Definition
To be a sign of something to come, especially something bad; to indicate or predict a future event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊd
British English
bˈəʊd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOHD
UK
BOHD
Listen in Context
The dark clouds bode rain.
A falling stock price does not bode well for the company.
Bad test results bode trouble ahead.
I'm afraid these empty shelves don't bode well for the future.