How to Pronounce "almost lost it"
expression
ˈɔɫˌmoʊst/ /ˈɫɔst/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
AWL-mohst LAWST it
ˈɔːlməʊst/ /lˈɒst/ /ˈɪt
AWL-muhst LOST it
Definition
This informal expression means to nearly lose control of your emotions, especially from anger, stress, or frustration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɫˌmoʊst/ /ˈɫɔst/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
British English
ˈɔːlməʊst/ /lˈɒst/ /ˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWL-mohst LAWST it
UK
AWL-muhst LOST it
Listen in Context
When the kids started fighting in the car, I almost lost it.
I almost lost it when I saw the mess in the kitchen.
She almost lost it during the exam because of the noise.
He almost lost it after waiting for so long.