How to Pronounce "talk big"
expression
ˈtɔk/ /ˈbɪɡ
TAWK BIG
tˈɔːk/ /bˈɪɡ
TAWK BIG
Definition
To boast, exaggerate your own abilities, or say impressive things about yourself, usually without being able to back them up.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔk/ /ˈbɪɡ
British English
tˈɔːk/ /bˈɪɡ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAWK BIG
UK
TAWK BIG
Listen in Context
He likes to talk big about his job.
Don't talk big if you can't do it.
She always talks big about her skills.
He talks big, but when it comes to work, he never shows up.