How to Pronounce "simmer down"
expression
ˈsɪmɝ/ /ˈdaʊn
SIM-er DOWN
sˈɪmɐ/ /dˈaʊn
SIM-uh DOWN
Definition
To become calmer, quieter, or less angry or excited, or to tell someone to do so.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪmɝ/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
sˈɪmɐ/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIM-er DOWN
UK
SIM-uh DOWN
Listen in Context
Please simmer down and listen to the instructions.
The teacher asked the class to simmer down.
He needed a moment to simmer down after the argument.
Hey, can you simmer down? You’re getting way too loud.