How to Pronounce "easy does it"
expression
ˈizi/ /ˈdəz/, /dɪz/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
EE-zee DUZ-it
ˈiːzi/ /dəʊz/ /ˈɪt
EE-zee DOHZ-it
Definition
A phrase used to tell someone to move slowly or carefully, often to avoid mistakes or accidents.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈizi/ /ˈdəz/, /dɪz/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
British English
ˈiːzi/ /dəʊz/ /ˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EE-zee DUZ-it
UK
EE-zee DOHZ-it
Listen in Context
Easy does it when you are carrying the glass vase.
Please, easy does it on the stairs.
The box is heavy, easy does it!
Whoa, easy does it—there’s no need to rush.