Como Pronunciar "edgewise"

word

ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz

EJ-wyz

ˈɛdʒwaɪz

EJ-wyz

Definição

“Edgewise” usually means with the edge facing forward or sideways. In conversation, the phrase “can’t get a word in edgewise” means not being able to speak because someone else is talking a lot.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz

Inglês Britânico

ˈɛdʒwaɪz

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

EJ-wyz

Ouça em Contexto

He turned the book edgewise to fit it on the shelf.

She couldn’t get a word in edgewise during the meeting.

Try sliding it in edgewise if it doesn’t fit flat.

Honestly, I couldn't get a word in edgewise—she just kept talking.