Como Pronunciar "catch up short"
expression
KATCH-uP-SHORT
KATCH-UP-SHAWT
Definição
To take someone by surprise, especially when they are not prepared or expecting it. It often refers to suddenly stopping or interrupting someone.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈkætʃ/ /ˈəp/ /ˈʃɔɹt
Inglês Britânico
kˈætʃ/ /ˈʌp/ /ʃˈɔːt
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
KATCH-uP-SHORT
UK
KATCH-UP-SHAWT
Ouça em Contexto
The teacher's question caught Tom up short.
She was caught up short when her name was called.
I was caught up short by the loud noise.
His sudden question really caught me up short during the meeting.