How to Pronounce "don't ask"
expression
ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈæsk
DOHNT ASK
dəʊnt/ /ˈɑːsk
DOHNT AHSK
Definition
An informal expression used to suggest that someone should not ask for more details, often because something is unpleasant, complicated, or hard to explain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdoʊn/, /ˈdoʊnt/ /ˈæsk
British English
dəʊnt/ /ˈɑːsk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOHNT ASK
UK
DOHNT AHSK
Listen in Context
What happened to your shirt? Don't ask.
Why are you so tired? Don't ask.
How was your day? Don't ask.
Trust me, you really don't ask about last night.