How to Pronounce "throw a tantrum"
expression
ˈθɹoʊ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtæntɹəm
THROH uh TAN-trum
θɹˈəʊ/ /æɪ/ /tˈɑːntɹəm
th-ROH uh TAN-trum
Definition
To suddenly show strong anger or frustration in a loud or dramatic way, especially like a child does when upset.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɹoʊ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtæntɹəm
British English
θɹˈəʊ/ /æɪ/ /tˈɑːntɹəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THROH uh TAN-trum
UK
th-ROH uh TAN-trum
Listen in Context
The baby started to throw a tantrum when he was hungry.
Kids often throw a tantrum when they can't get what they want.
Please don't throw a tantrum at the store.
Whenever things don't go her way, she tends to throw a tantrum.