Como Pronunciar "line your own pocket"
expression
LYN yur OWN PAH-kit
LYN yawr OWN POCK-it
Definição
To take money for yourself, often dishonestly or unfairly, especially when you have a position of power or trust.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈɫaɪn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈoʊn/ /ˈpɑkət
Inglês Britânico
lˈaɪn/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈəʊn/ /pˈɒkɪt
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
LYN yur OWN PAH-kit
UK
LYN yawr OWN POCK-it
Ouça em Contexto
The mayor tried to line his own pocket with public money.
He was caught lining his own pocket at work.
Some companies line their own pockets instead of helping people.
It's no secret the officials have been lining their own pockets for years.