How to Pronounce "spread on thick"
expression
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪk
SPRED-on-THIK
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɒn/ /θˈɪk
spred-ON-thik
Definition
To exaggerate praise, compliments, or stories, often to impress or influence someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪk
British English
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɒn/ /θˈɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRED-on-THIK
UK
spred-ON-thik
Listen in Context
He sure likes to spread on thick when talking to his boss.
Don't spread on thick; just tell the truth.
She always spreads on thick when she wants something.
Wow, you really spread on thick with those compliments!