How to Pronounce "a sharp wit"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈwɪt
uh SHARP wit
æɪ/ /ʃˈɑːp/ /wˈɪt
uh SHAHP wit
Definition
The ability to think and respond quickly with clever or funny comments, especially in conversation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɑɹp/ /ˈwɪt
British English
æɪ/ /ʃˈɑːp/ /wˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh SHARP wit
UK
uh SHAHP wit
Listen in Context
Mark is known for a sharp wit.
She answered the joke with a sharp wit.
Lucy’s sharp wit makes everyone laugh.
You need a sharp wit to keep up with his jokes.