How to Pronounce "a kick in the ass"
expression
uh KIK in thee ASS
uh KIK in the ASS
Definition
A strong push or harsh criticism that motivates someone to take action or work harder, usually said in an informal or slightly rude way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɪk/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈæs
British English
æɪ/ /kˈɪk/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /æs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh KIK in thee ASS
UK
uh KIK in the ASS
Listen in Context
Sometimes you need a kick in the ass to get started.
His boss gave him a kick in the ass to finish the project.
Failing that exam was a kick in the ass for him.
Honestly, that harsh feedback was a kick in the ass, but I needed it.