How to Pronounce "weigh your words"
expression
WAY yer WURDZ
WAY yaw WURDZ
Definition
To think carefully about what you say, especially because your words might have an important effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈwɝdz
British English
wˈeɪ/ /jˈɔː/ /wˈɜːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAY yer WURDZ
UK
WAY yaw WURDZ
Listen in Context
Children need to weigh their words when talking to adults.
It's wise to weigh your words in an argument.
He didn't weigh his words, and it ended up hurting her feelings.
"Before you say anything, try to weigh your words," she whispered.