How to Pronounce "laugh away"
expression
ˈɫæf/ /əˈweɪ
LAF-uh-WAY
lˈɑːf/ /ɐwˈeɪ
LARF-uh-WAY
Definition
To try to make something seem less serious or to ignore a problem by laughing about it; also, to make oneself feel better by laughing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫæf/ /əˈweɪ
British English
lˈɑːf/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAF-uh-WAY
UK
LARF-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
He tried to laugh away his nervousness before the speech.
You can't just laugh away your problems.
She tried to laugh away her mistakes after the game.
Whenever he's embarrassed, he just tries to laugh away the awkward moment.