How to Pronounce "pollyanna"
word
ˌpɑɫiˈænə
pah-lee-AN-uh
ˌpɒliˈænə
pol-ee-AN-uh
Definition
A "Pollyanna" is someone who is always very optimistic and tries to find something good in every situation, even when it isn't realistic.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɑɫiˈænə
British English
ˌpɒliˈænə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pah-lee-AN-uh
UK
pol-ee-AN-uh
Listen in Context
She is a real Pollyanna, always seeing the bright side of everything.
Don't be such a Pollyanna; sometimes things really are bad.
Even when it rained, the Pollyanna in her found something to smile about.
It’s great to be positive, but you don’t want to come across as a Pollyanna all the time.