How to Pronounce "set straight"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈstɹeɪt
SET-STRAYT
sˈɛt/ /stɹˈeɪt
SET-STRAYT
Definition
To correct someone's mistake, misunderstanding, or wrong idea, often by explaining the truth.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈstɹeɪt
British English
sˈɛt/ /stɹˈeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET-STRAYT
UK
SET-STRAYT
Listen in Context
Let me set straight what really happened yesterday.
The teacher set straight the rumors about the test.
She set straight her brother about how much homework he really had.
If you believe that rumor, let me set you straight.