How to Pronounce "have a nose for"
expression
HAV uh NOHZ for
HAV uh NOHZ faw
Definition
To be very good at finding, recognizing, or noticing something, often because of a special talent or instinct.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈnoʊz/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
hæv/ /æɪ/ /nˈəʊz/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV uh NOHZ for
UK
HAV uh NOHZ faw
Listen in Context
She has a nose for good bargains at the market.
My father has a nose for problems at work.
People say Jane has a nose for the truth.
Ever since he was young, Tom has had a nose for trouble.