How to Pronounce "trim down"
expression
ˈtɹɪm/ /ˈdaʊn
TRIM-DOWN
tɹˈɪm/ /dˈaʊn
trim-DOWN
Definition
To lose weight or make something smaller in size, amount, or number. Often used for people losing body weight or companies reducing staff or costs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹɪm/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
tɹˈɪm/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRIM-DOWN
UK
trim-DOWN
Listen in Context
I want to trim down before my wedding.
The company plans to trim down its expenses this year.
He needs to trim down the report to five pages.
I've been exercising a lot lately to trim down for the summer.