How to Pronounce "pick a fight"
expression
ˈpɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfaɪt
PIK-uh-FYTE
pˈɪk/ /æɪ/ /fˈaɪt
PIK-uh-FYTE
Definition
To intentionally start an argument or fight with someone, often without a good reason.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfaɪt
British English
pˈɪk/ /æɪ/ /fˈaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIK-uh-FYTE
UK
PIK-uh-FYTE
Listen in Context
He tried to pick a fight with his brother.
Don't pick a fight over something so small.
Sometimes kids pick a fight to get attention.
Why did you pick a fight with your boss? That was risky.