How to Pronounce "waste of breath"
expression
WAYST-uhv-BRETH
WAYST-ov-BRETH
Definition
Trying to talk to someone or convince them about something when you know it will not make a difference; talking with no effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪst/ /ˈəv/ /ˈbɹɛθ
British English
wˈeɪst/ /ˈɒv/ /bɹˈɛθ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYST-uhv-BRETH
UK
WAYST-ov-BRETH
Listen in Context
Trying to explain to him was a waste of breath.
It's a waste of breath to argue with her.
Don’t waste your breath telling me what to do.
Honestly, it's just a waste of breath trying to change his mind.