How to Pronounce "run a mile"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmaɪɫ
RUN-uh-MYLE
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /mˈaɪl
run-uh-MYLE
Definition
To want to avoid something or someone very strongly, often because you are afraid or dislike it a lot. Sometimes also used literally to describe running an actual mile, but usually used figuratively.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmaɪɫ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /æɪ/ /mˈaɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN-uh-MYLE
UK
run-uh-MYLE
Listen in Context
If I see a spider, I run a mile.
He would run a mile from responsibility.
Most kids would run a mile if you offered them broccoli.
Just mention public speaking and she’ll run a mile.