How to Pronounce "feint"
word
ˈfeɪnt
FAYNT
fˈeɪnt
FAYNT
Definition
A quick movement or action intended to trick someone, often used in sports or fighting to make an opponent think you will do one thing, but you do another; it can also mean a deceptive appearance or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfeɪnt
British English
fˈeɪnt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAYNT
UK
FAYNT
Listen in Context
The boxer made a feint to the right before punching.
The soccer player used a quick feint to get past the defender.
His first attack was only a feint to distract his opponent.
She tricked her friend with a clever feint before revealing the surprise.