How to Pronounce "business end"
expression
ˈbɪznəs/, /ˈbɪznɪs/ /ˈɛnd
BIZ-niss end
bˈɪznəs/ /ˈɛnd
BIZ-niss end
Definition
The 'business end' of something is the active or dangerous part that does the action, like the sharp end of a knife or the front of a tool. It can also be used more generally for the most important or direct part of a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪznəs/, /ˈbɪznɪs/ /ˈɛnd
British English
bˈɪznəs/ /ˈɛnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BIZ-niss end
UK
BIZ-niss end
Listen in Context
Be careful not to touch the business end of the knife.
The business end of a hammer is the metal part that hits the nail.
Always keep the business end of the tool pointed away from you.
I don't want to be on the business end of that dog when he's angry.