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How to pronounce “wise guy

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Pronunciation guide for wise guy

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of wise guy with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
From Smart to Wise: Acting and Leading with WisdomWise."
Definition summary
(informal, mildly derogatory, sarcastic or humorous) One who is insolent or flippant; one who makes jokes or perpetrates pranks.

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How to pronounce wise guy

From Smart to Wise: Acting and Leading with Wisdom

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Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “wise guy

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • (informal, mildly derogatory, sarcastic or humorous) One who is insolent or flippant; one who makes jokes or perpetrates pranks.
  • (slang) A knowledgeable or successful sports bettor.
  • (US, slang) A member of the Mafia; a mobster.
  • (slang) A hipster.
  • (slang, offensive, ethnic slur) An Italian-American man.

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