How to Pronounce "hit out at"
expression
ˈhɪt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈæt
HIT-owt-at
hˈɪt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈæt
HIT-owt-at
Definition
To strongly criticize or attack someone or something, usually in words, often when reacting to something you disagree with.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈæt
British English
hˈɪt/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIT-owt-at
UK
HIT-owt-at
Listen in Context
The coach hit out at the referee after the match.
Many parents hit out at the new school rules.
The actor hit out at false rumors online.
She really hit out at her boss in the interview.