How to Pronounce "catch napping"
expression
ˈkætʃ/ /ˈnæpɪŋ
KATCH NAP-ing
kˈætʃ/ /nˈæpɪŋ
KATCH NAP-ing
Definition
To surprise someone who is not paying attention, often resulting in a mistake or disadvantage for them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkætʃ/ /ˈnæpɪŋ
British English
kˈætʃ/ /nˈæpɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KATCH NAP-ing
UK
KATCH NAP-ing
Listen in Context
The goalkeeper was caught napping and missed the ball.
She was caught napping during the meeting and didn't hear the question.
Don't let them catch you napping during the test.
The company was caught napping by the sudden rise in demand.