How to Pronounce "wet blanket"
expression
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Definition
A 'wet blanket' is a person who spoils other people's fun or enthusiasm, often by being negative or serious when others want to enjoy themselves.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɛt/ /ˈbɫæŋkət/, /ˈbɫæŋkɪt
British English
wˈɛt/ /blˈæŋkɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WET BLANG-kit
UK
wet BLANG-kit
Listen in Context
Don't be a wet blanket, join the game!
She is always a wet blanket at parties.
No one likes a wet blanket.
I hate to be a wet blanket, but it's getting really late.