Como Pronunciar "turn a phrase"
expression
TUR-nuh-FRAYZ
TURN-uh-FRAYZ
Definição
To say something in a clever, skillful, or especially effective way; to use words in an interesting or pleasing manner.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈtɝn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfɹeɪz
Inglês Britânico
tˈɜːn/ /æɪ/ /fɹˈeɪz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
TUR-nuh-FRAYZ
UK
TURN-uh-FRAYZ
Ouça em Contexto
He really knows how to turn a phrase.
The poet can turn a phrase beautifully.
Not everyone can turn a phrase so well.
She always manages to turn a phrase that sticks in your mind.