How to Pronounce "throw stones"
expression
ˈθɹoʊ/ /ˈstoʊnz
THROH STOHNZ
θɹˈəʊ/ /stˈəʊnz
thr-OH st-OHNZ
Definition
To physically pick up and throw rocks or stones. It is also used figuratively to criticize or judge others, often without considering one’s own faults.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɹoʊ/ /ˈstoʊnz
British English
θɹˈəʊ/ /stˈəʊnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THROH STOHNZ
UK
thr-OH st-OHNZ
Listen in Context
The boys like to throw stones into the river.
Please don’t throw stones at the windows.
Some people like to throw stones at birds in the park.
You shouldn’t throw stones if you live in a glass house.