Como Pronunciar "short leash"

expression

SHORT leesh

SHAWT leesh

Definição

To keep someone on a short leash means to closely control or supervise them, allowing little freedom. This can refer to bosses, parents, or anyone limiting another's independence.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈɫiʃ

Inglês Britânico

ʃˈɔːt/ /lˈiːʃ

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

SHORT leesh

SHAWT leesh

Ouça em Contexto

My boss keeps me on a short leash at work.

Parents sometimes keep their children on a short leash.

The coach keeps all the new players on a short leash.

Ever since I made that mistake, my manager's kept me on a short leash.