How to Pronounce "lose your temper"
expression
LOOZ yur TEM-per
LOOZ yaw TEM-puh
Definition
To suddenly become very angry and not be able to control your emotions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫuz/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈtɛmpɝ
British English
lˈuːz/ /jˈɔː/ /tˈɛmpɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LOOZ yur TEM-per
UK
LOOZ yaw TEM-puh
Listen in Context
He often loses his temper when things don't go his way.
Try not to lose your temper if you’re frustrated.
She lost her temper during the meeting.
I really didn't want to lose my temper, but he just kept interrupting me.