How to Pronounce "poke a hole in"
expression
POHK-uh-hohl-in
POHK-uh-hohl-in
Definition
To make a hole in something by pushing or stabbing with a pointed object; can also refer, figuratively, to show a flaw or weakness in an idea or argument.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpoʊk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhoʊɫ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
pˈəʊk/ /æɪ/ /hˈəʊl/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POHK-uh-hohl-in
UK
POHK-uh-hohl-in
Listen in Context
Be careful not to poke a hole in the plastic bag.
He used a pencil to poke a hole in the paper.
The scissors can poke a hole in your shirt if you're not careful.
She tried to poke a hole in his argument during the debate.