Cómo Pronunciar "shake down"

expression

ˈʃeɪk/ /ˈdaʊn

SHAYK-down

ʃˈeɪk/ /dˈaʊn

SHAYK-down

Definición

'Shake down' means to search someone or something thoroughly to find hidden objects, or, informally, to get money from someone by using threats or pressure (extortion).

Transcripción IPA

Inglés Americano

ˈʃeɪk/ /ˈdaʊn

Inglés Británico

ʃˈeɪk/ /dˈaʊn

Pronunciación Simplificada

EE.UU.

SHAYK-down

Escucha en Contexto

The guards shook down every cell searching for contraband.

He tried to shake down the shop owner for protection money.

Police will shake down all bags before entering the concert.

My roommate tried to shake me down for extra rent.