How to Pronounce "put a damper on"
expression
ˈpʊt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdæmpɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
PUT uh DAM-per on
pʊt/ /æɪ/ /dˈæmpɐ/ /ˈɒn
PUT uh DAM-puh on
Definition
To spoil the mood or make a situation less enjoyable or exciting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdæmpɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pʊt/ /æɪ/ /dˈæmpɐ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUT uh DAM-per on
UK
PUT uh DAM-puh on
Listen in Context
The bad news really put a damper on our celebration.
Rain can put a damper on outdoor plans.
His rude comments put a damper on the meeting.
Nobody wants to put a damper on your excitement, but you should be careful.