How to Pronounce "show down"

expression

ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈdaʊn

SHOH-down

ʃˈəʊ/ /dˈaʊn

SHOH-down

Definition

A "showdown" is a decisive confrontation or conflict where people or groups finally resolve their differences. It usually describes a final, dramatic moment when a result will be decided.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈdaʊn

British English

ʃˈəʊ/ /dˈaʊn

Simplified Pronunciation

SHOH-down

Listen in Context

The two teams will face a showdown in the championship game.

After months of talks, the showdown between the two leaders finally happened.

There was a showdown between the hero and the villain at the end of the movie.

It all comes down to tonight's showdown—whoever wins gets the last spot in the playoffs.