How to Pronounce "straight talk"
expression
ˈstɹeɪt/ /ˈtɔk
STRAYT-tawk
stɹˈeɪt/ /tˈɔːk
str-AYT-tawk
Definition
Speaking in a clear, honest, and direct way, without trying to hide the truth or make things sound better than they are.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹeɪt/ /ˈtɔk
British English
stɹˈeɪt/ /tˈɔːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRAYT-tawk
UK
str-AYT-tawk
Listen in Context
I want some straight talk about my chances.
Her straight talk made it easy to understand the problem.
Sometimes straight talk is what people need.
Thanks for the straight talk—I’d rather know the truth.