How to Pronounce "name your poison"
expression
NAYM your POY-zuhn
NAYM yaw POY-zuhn
Definition
This is an informal expression meaning "tell me what you would like to drink," usually alcohol. It's often used by bartenders or friends when offering someone a choice of drink.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈneɪm/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈpɔɪzən
British English
nˈeɪm/ /jˈɔː/ /pˈɔɪzən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAYM your POY-zuhn
UK
NAYM yaw POY-zuhn
Listen in Context
The bartender smiled and said, "Name your poison."
She poured a drink and asked, "Name your poison."
When guests arrived, he said, "Name your poison!"
Alright, name your poison—we have wine, beer, and cocktails.