How to Pronounce "stop out"
expression
ˈstɑp/ /ˈaʊt
STOP-owt
stˈɒp/ /ˈaʊt
STOP-owt
Definition
To temporarily leave or pause your studies at a school or university with the intention of returning later. Usually used for taking a break but planning to finish the degree.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɑp/ /ˈaʊt
British English
stˈɒp/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STOP-owt
UK
STOP-owt
Listen in Context
She decided to stop out for a year to travel the world.
Some students stop out to work and save money before returning.
He didn't drop out; he just decided to stop out for a semester.
After her injury, she had no choice but to stop out and focus on recovery.