How to Pronounce "sharp as a tack"
expression
ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtæk
SHARP az uh TAK
ʃˈɑːp/ /ˈæs/ /æɪ/ /tˈæk
SHAHP az uh TAK
Definition
Describes someone who is very intelligent, quick-thinking, and mentally alert.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtæk
British English
ʃˈɑːp/ /ˈæs/ /æɪ/ /tˈæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHARP az uh TAK
UK
SHAHP az uh TAK
Listen in Context
My grandfather is sharp as a tack even at 85.
The new student is sharp as a tack; she learns very quickly.
He's sharp as a tack when it comes to solving problems.
Wow, you remembered all those details? You're sharp as a tack!