How to Pronounce "read my lips"
expression
ˈɹɛd/, /ˈɹid/ /ˈmaɪ/ /ˈɫɪps
RED or REED my LIPS
ɹiːd/ /mˈaɪ/ /lˈɪps
REED my LIPS
Definition
An expression used to tell someone to pay close attention to what you are saying, often for emphasis or seriousness. Literally, it refers to watching the speaker's lips to understand their words.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛd/, /ˈɹid/ /ˈmaɪ/ /ˈɫɪps
British English
ɹiːd/ /mˈaɪ/ /lˈɪps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RED or REED my LIPS
UK
REED my LIPS
Listen in Context
Read my lips: You cannot go outside.
When I say read my lips, I mean pay attention.
Please read my lips and don't touch that!
Seriously, read my lips—no more homework tonight.