How to Pronounce "put a lid on"
expression
PUT uh LID awn
PUT uh LID on
Definition
To stop something from continuing, especially noise, an argument, or unwanted behavior. It can also mean to keep something under control.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɪd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pʊt/ /æɪ/ /lˈɪd/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUT uh LID awn
UK
PUT uh LID on
Listen in Context
Can you put a lid on the noise, please?
The teacher told the students to put a lid on their chatting.
We need to put a lid on spending this month.
Alright, you two, put a lid on it!