How to Pronounce "do i make myself clear"
expression
ˈdu/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈmeɪk/ /ˌmaɪˈsɛɫf/ /ˈkɫɪɹ
DOO eye MAYK my-SELF KLEER
dʉː/ /ˈaɪ/ /mˈeɪk/ /maɪsˈɛlf/ /klˈiə
DOO eye MAYK my-SELF KLEE-uh
Definition
This expression is used to ask if someone has understood instructions or warnings, often in a firm or serious tone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdu/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈmeɪk/ /ˌmaɪˈsɛɫf/ /ˈkɫɪɹ
British English
dʉː/ /ˈaɪ/ /mˈeɪk/ /maɪsˈɛlf/ /klˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOO eye MAYK my-SELF KLEER
UK
DOO eye MAYK my-SELF KLEE-uh
Listen in Context
Do I make myself clear? You must finish your homework before going outside.
Listen carefully. Do I make myself clear?
You must not touch this again, do I make myself clear?
I'm not going to say it again—do I make myself clear?