Como Pronunciar "give the business"

expression

GIV thuh BIZ-nuss

giv thuh BIZ-nuss

Definição

To criticize, scold, or attack someone harshly, especially in a forceful or aggressive way. Sometimes also used to mean physically attacking or treating someone roughly.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈɡɪv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɪznəs/, /ˈbɪznɪs

Inglês Britânico

ɡˈɪv/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɪznəs

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

GIV thuh BIZ-nuss

giv thuh BIZ-nuss

Ouça em Contexto

My mom gave me the business when I came home late.

The coach gave the team the business after they lost the game.

If you break the rules, the teacher will give you the business.

If you mess with him, he'll give you the business—he doesn't mess around.