How to Pronounce "have i made myself clear"
expression
HAV eye MAYD my-SELF KLEER
hav eye MAYD my-SELF KLEE-uh
Definition
A question used to ask if other people understood you clearly, often after giving instructions or warning. It sometimes emphasizes authority or seriousness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈmeɪd/ /ˌmaɪˈsɛɫf/ /ˈkɫɪɹ
British English
hæv/ /ˈaɪ/ /mˈeɪd/ /maɪsˈɛlf/ /klˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV eye MAYD my-SELF KLEER
UK
hav eye MAYD my-SELF KLEE-uh
Listen in Context
Have I made myself clear? Please finish your homework before playing.
Don't touch that button—have I made myself clear?
You must be home by nine. Have I made myself clear?
I'm not going to repeat myself. Have I made myself clear?