How to Pronounce "take the edge off"
expression
TAYK thuh EDJ off
TAYK thuh EDJ of
Definition
To make something less intense, unpleasant, or painful. Often used for feelings, pain, hunger, or stress.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɛdʒ/ /ˈɔf
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /ˈɛdʒ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK thuh EDJ off
UK
TAYK thuh EDJ of
Listen in Context
A cup of tea can take the edge off a stressful day.
He ate a sandwich to take the edge off his hunger.
This medicine should take the edge off the pain.
I need something sweet to take the edge off my craving.