How to Pronounce "sharp tongue"
expression
ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈtəŋ
SHARP tuhng
ʃˈɑːp/ /tˈʌŋ
SHAHP tung
Definition
To have a 'sharp tongue' means to speak in a way that is harsh, critical, or hurtful, often by making clever or biting comments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈtəŋ
British English
ʃˈɑːp/ /tˈʌŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHARP tuhng
UK
SHAHP tung
Listen in Context
She has a sharp tongue and often hurts people's feelings.
My teacher's sharp tongue makes students nervous.
Please don't use your sharp tongue with your friends.
Watch out—his sharp tongue has embarrassed people before.