How to Pronounce "eat away"
expression
ˈit/ /əˈweɪ
EET-uh-WAY
ˈiːt/ /ɐwˈeɪ
EET-uh-WAY
Definition
To gradually destroy, remove, or reduce something, often by a physical or emotional process. It can refer to actual physical erosion or to something being weakened emotionally or financially.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈit/ /əˈweɪ
British English
ˈiːt/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EET-uh-WAY
UK
EET-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
Acid can eat away metal over time.
Rainwater has eaten away parts of this wall.
Worries can eat away your happiness if you let them.
All those little expenses really eat away at my savings.