Cómo Pronunciar "give no quarter"
expression
GIV-NOH-KWOR-ter
giv-NOH-KWAW-tuh
Definición
To show no mercy or forgiveness; to refuse to let someone escape punishment or defeat. Originally used in war, it now describes any situation where someone is very harsh or strict.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈnoʊ/ /ˈkwɔɹtɝ
Inglés Británico
ɡˈɪv/ /nəʊ/ /kwˈɔːtɐ
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
GIV-NOH-KWOR-ter
UK
giv-NOH-KWAW-tuh
Escucha en Contexto
The army gave no quarter to their enemies.
In the debate, she gave no quarter to her opponent.
The boss gives no quarter when it comes to deadlines.
She argued her point fiercely and gave no quarter throughout the meeting.