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How to Pronounce "flame out"

expression

ˈfɫeɪm/ /ˈaʊt
FLAYM OWT
flˈeɪm/ /ˈaʊt
fl-AYM OWT

Definition

To fail suddenly and dramatically after early success; also, when an engine stops working suddenly, especially in aircraft.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈfɫeɪm/ /ˈaʊt

British English

flˈeɪm/ /ˈaʊt

Simplified Pronunciation

US

FLAYM OWT

UK

fl-AYM OWT

Listen in Context

The team flamed out after a strong start to the season.

The engine flamed out in the middle of the flight.

He was doing well at first but flamed out quickly.

She was the star of the show, but totally flamed out under pressure.