"negative nancy" 怎么发音
expression
ˈnɛɡətɪv/ /ˈnænsi
NEG-uh-tiv NAN-see
nˈɛɡətˌɪv/ /ˈnænsi
neg-UH-tiv NAN-see
释义
A 'negative Nancy' is an informal, often playful way to describe someone who always complains, sees the bad side of things, or is overly pessimistic.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈnɛɡətɪv/ /ˈnænsi
英式英语
nˈɛɡətˌɪv/ /ˈnænsi
简化发音
美式
NEG-uh-tiv NAN-see
英式
neg-UH-tiv NAN-see
语境中听
Don't be a negative Nancy—try to look on the bright side!
Nobody likes working with a negative Nancy.
My brother is such a negative Nancy when it comes to trying new foods.
We need positive vibes—don't be a negative Nancy tonight!