How to Pronounce "black mark"
expression
ˈbɫæk/ /ˈmɑɹk
BLAK-mark
blˈæk/ /mˈɑːk
BLAK-maak
Definition
A negative mark on someone's record or reputation, usually because of a mistake or bad action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫæk/ /ˈmɑɹk
British English
blˈæk/ /mˈɑːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLAK-mark
UK
BLAK-maak
Listen in Context
Being late to work was a black mark on her record.
Cheating on the test put a black mark against his name.
A criminal record is a black mark for job applicants.
That mistake will be a black mark against you at your next review.