How to Pronounce "cut and thrust"
expression
ˈkət/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈθɹəst
KUT and THRUST
kˈʌt/ /ˈænd/ /θɹˈʌst
kut-and-THRUST
Definition
Exciting and intense discussion or argument, often in politics or debate, where quick exchanges and sharp points are made.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkət/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈθɹəst
British English
kˈʌt/ /ˈænd/ /θɹˈʌst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUT and THRUST
UK
kut-and-THRUST
Listen in Context
You need to be quick-witted to survive the cut and thrust of the courtroom.
The cut and thrust of business negotiations can be exhausting.
She thrives on the cut and thrust of academic debates.
The debate was full of cut and thrust as both sides argued strongly.