How to Pronounce "set a trap"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹæp
SET-uh-TRAP
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /tɹˈæp
SET-uh-TRAP
Definition
To prepare something (like a device or plan) that will catch or trick a person or animal, often by surprise.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹæp
British English
sˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /tɹˈæp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET-uh-TRAP
UK
SET-uh-TRAP
Listen in Context
They set a trap for the mouse in the kitchen.
The police set a trap to catch the thief.
He tried to set a trap for his brother as a prank.
If you ask me, it feels like someone set a trap for him at work.