How to Pronounce "short leash"
expression
ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈɫiʃ
SHORT leesh
ʃˈɔːt/ /lˈiːʃ
SHAWT leesh
Definition
To keep someone on a short leash means to closely control or supervise them, allowing little freedom. This can refer to bosses, parents, or anyone limiting another's independence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈɫiʃ
British English
ʃˈɔːt/ /lˈiːʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHORT leesh
UK
SHAWT leesh
Listen in Context
My boss keeps me on a short leash at work.
Parents sometimes keep their children on a short leash.
The coach keeps all the new players on a short leash.
Ever since I made that mistake, my manager's kept me on a short leash.