How to Pronounce "kind of"
expression
ˈkaɪnd/ /ˈəv
KYN-duhv
kˈaɪnd/ /ˈɒv
KYND-ov
Definition
This expression means 'a little', 'somewhat', or 'sort of'. It shows that something is true to a small or partial degree.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkaɪnd/ /ˈəv
British English
kˈaɪnd/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KYN-duhv
UK
KYND-ov
Listen in Context
I'm kind of hungry.
She is kind of sad today.
This movie is kind of funny.
I'm kind of busy right now, can I call you later?