How to Pronounce "go postal"
expression
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈpoʊstəɫ
GOH POH-stuhl
ɡˈəʊ/ /pˈəʊstəl
guh-OH POH-stuhl
Definition
To suddenly become extremely angry or lose control, often in a violent or dramatic way. This informal expression is usually used for strong reactions, not minor anger.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈpoʊstəɫ
British English
ɡˈəʊ/ /pˈəʊstəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOH POH-stuhl
UK
guh-OH POH-stuhl
Listen in Context
He almost went postal when he saw the mess in his room.
Don't go postal just because you lost your keys.
My boss went postal when the project got delayed.
If you keep pushing his buttons, he might go postal.