How to Pronounce "cramp your style"
expression
KRAMP-yer-STILE
kramp-yaw-STILE
Definition
To limit someone's freedom, fun, or ability to act naturally, often by being too strict or by interfering.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹæmp/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈstaɪɫ
British English
kɹˈæmp/ /jˈɔː/ /stˈaɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRAMP-yer-STILE
UK
kramp-yaw-STILE
Listen in Context
My little brother always cramps my style when I bring friends home.
Wearing a uniform every day really cramps my style.
Don't invite your boss to the party—it will cramp our style.
I love hanging out with you, but having your parents around kind of cramps my style.