How to Pronounce "motherhood and apple pie"
expression
MUH-thur-hood and AP-uhl-pie
MUTH-uh-hood and AP-uhl-pie
Definition
An American expression referring to things that are universally accepted or considered unquestionably good, so no one would criticize them. Often used to describe ideas, beliefs, or values that sound appealing but are obvious or uncontroversial.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈməðɝˌhʊd/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈæpəɫ/ /ˈpaɪ
British English
mˈʌðəhˌʊd/ /ˈænd/ /ˈæpəl/ /pˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUH-thur-hood and AP-uhl-pie
UK
MUTH-uh-hood and AP-uhl-pie
Listen in Context
Politicians always support motherhood and apple pie topics during elections.
It's easy to agree with motherhood and apple pie statements.
The plan sounds like motherhood and apple pie, but lacks real solutions.
Her speech was just motherhood and apple pie—nothing new or controversial at all.