How to Pronounce "top drawer"
expression
ˈtɑp/, /ˈtɔp/ /ˈdɹɔɹ
TAHP-DRAW-er
tˈɒp/ /dɹɔː(ɹ)
TOP-DRAW
Definition
When something or someone is described as 'top drawer', it means they are of the highest quality, class, or status. It is usually used informally to express how excellent or elite something is.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɑp/, /ˈtɔp/ /ˈdɹɔɹ
British English
tˈɒp/ /dɹɔː(ɹ)
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAHP-DRAW-er
UK
TOP-DRAW
Listen in Context
Her designs are always top drawer.
He is a top drawer chef at the new restaurant.
This hotel service is top drawer.
You can tell this place is top drawer just by looking at the menu.