How to Pronounce "pull away"
expression
ˈpʊɫ/ /əˈweɪ
PULL-uh-WAY
pˈʊl/ /ɐwˈeɪ
PUL-uh-WAY
Definition
To move away from someone or something, often by vehicle or suddenly increasing distance. It can also mean to separate yourself emotionally or win by a larger margin.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊɫ/ /əˈweɪ
British English
pˈʊl/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PULL-uh-WAY
UK
PUL-uh-WAY
Listen in Context
The bus pulled away from the stop.
Please do not pull away suddenly when driving.
He tried to pull away from his father’s hug.
After the green light, all the cars pulled away at once.