How to Pronounce "cast a shadow"
expression
ˈkæst/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃæˌdoʊ
KAST uh SHAD-oh
kˈɑːst/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈædəʊ
KAHST uh SHAD-oh
Definition
To produce an area of darkness by blocking light. This phrase can also mean to make something seem less positive or create doubt or sadness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæst/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃæˌdoʊ
British English
kˈɑːst/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈædəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAST uh SHAD-oh
UK
KAHST uh SHAD-oh
Listen in Context
The tree casts a shadow on the ground.
The clouds cast a shadow over the city.
The building casts a shadow on the park every afternoon.
The news of her illness cast a shadow over the celebration.