"nibble away at" 怎么发音
expression
NIH-buhl uh-WAY AT
NIB-uhl uh-WAY AT
释义
To gradually reduce or use up something, often in small amounts or steps. It can also mean to slowly weaken something over time.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈnɪbəɫ/ /əˈweɪ/ /ˈæt
英式英语
nˈɪbəl/ /ɐwˈeɪ/ /ˈæt
简化发音
美式
NIH-buhl uh-WAY AT
英式
NIB-uhl uh-WAY AT
语境中听
Over time, small expenses can nibble away at your savings.
The rain is starting to nibble away at the paint on the fence.
The little mice nibble away at the cheese every night.
Stress can nibble away at your health if you don't manage it properly.