How to Pronounce "a blank check"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɫæŋk/ /ˈtʃɛk
uh BLANK chek
æɪ/ /blˈæŋk/ /tʃˈɛk
uh BLANK chek
Definition
An expression meaning permission to do anything you want, or to spend any amount, often without limitations or restrictions. It can also literally mean a check with no amount written on it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbɫæŋk/ /ˈtʃɛk
British English
æɪ/ /blˈæŋk/ /tʃˈɛk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh BLANK chek
UK
uh BLANK chek
Listen in Context
He gave his son a blank check to organize the party.
The company received a blank check to start the new project.
Don't give anyone a blank check unless you trust them completely.
The manager was basically handed a blank check to hire as many people as needed.