How to Pronounce "bum rap"
expression
ˈbəm/ /ˈɹæp
BUHM RAP
bˈʌm/ /ɹˈæp
BUM RAP
Definition
A 'bum rap' means an unfair accusation or bad reputation that someone does not deserve.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəm/ /ˈɹæp
British English
bˈʌm/ /ɹˈæp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUHM RAP
UK
BUM RAP
Listen in Context
He got a bum rap for something he didn't do.
Many believe that group had a bum rap in the news.
She thinks her brother is getting a bum rap at school.
It's clear the company got a bum rap—the rumors just aren't true.