Como Pronunciar "the ax"

expression

thuh AKS

Definição

Literally, "the ax" is a tool with a heavy blade and a long handle used for chopping wood. In idiomatic use, "get the ax" means to lose a job or to be fired.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈæks

Inglês Britânico

ðə, ði/ /æks

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

thuh AKS

Ouça em Contexto

After the company lost money, some workers got the ax.

Many people worry about getting the ax during hard times.

He was surprised when his boss gave him the ax yesterday.

Rumor has it the whole department might get the ax next month.