How to Pronounce "cap in hand"
expression
ˈkæp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈhænd
KAP-in-HAND
kˈæp/ /ˈɪn/ /hˈænd
KAP-in-HAND
Definition
If you go 'cap in hand', you approach someone humbly and ask for help, money, or a favor, showing that you feel you are in a weaker position.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæp/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈhænd
British English
kˈæp/ /ˈɪn/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAP-in-HAND
UK
KAP-in-HAND
Listen in Context
He went to his boss cap in hand and asked for a raise.
She approached her parents cap in hand to borrow some money.
They came cap in hand to the council for help after the flood.
I really didn't want to go cap in hand to my ex for childcare support, but I had no choice.