"balk" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈbɑɫk/, /ˈbɔk

BAWK

UK

bˈɔːlk

BAWLK

释义

To stop suddenly and refuse to go on or to do something, often because you are afraid, unwilling, or opposed. It can also mean showing hesitation or resistance.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈbɑɫk/, /ˈbɔk

英式英语

bˈɔːlk

简化发音

美式

BAWK

英式

BAWLK

语境中听

The horse balked at jumping over the fence.

He balked when asked to work late.

Many people balk at change.

She balked at the idea of moving abroad for work.