How to Pronounce "a new broom sweeps clean"
expression
uh NYOO BROOM SWEEPS KLEEN
uh NYOO BROOM SWEEPS KLEEN
Definition
An expression meaning that a new leader or person in charge often makes many changes or improvements at first. It suggests new people want to show energy and efficiency when they start.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈnju/, /ˈnu/ /ˈbɹum/ /ˈswips/ /ˈkɫin
British English
æɪ/ /njˈuː/ /bɹˈuːm/ /swˈiːps/ /klˈiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh NYOO BROOM SWEEPS KLEEN
UK
uh NYOO BROOM SWEEPS KLEEN
Listen in Context
A new broom sweeps clean, so the new manager is changing all the office rules.
People say a new broom sweeps clean, but let's see if things really improve.
The principal is strict and made many changes. A new broom sweeps clean.
You know what they say, a new broom sweeps clean—let's give her a chance to lead.