How to Pronounce "silver spoon"
expression
ˈsɪɫvɝ/ /ˈspun
SIL-ver-SPOON
sˈɪlvɐ/ /spˈuːn
SIL-vuh-SPOON
Definition
To be born into wealth and privilege. Someone who has a 'silver spoon' has advantages because their family is rich.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪɫvɝ/ /ˈspun
British English
sˈɪlvɐ/ /spˈuːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIL-ver-SPOON
UK
SIL-vuh-SPOON
Listen in Context
She was born with a silver spoon in her mouth.
He never had to work hard because of his silver spoon life.
Many people think politicians have a silver spoon.
Don’t judge her just because she had a silver spoon growing up.