Como Pronunciar "whammy"
word
ˈhwæmi/, /ˈwæmi
HWAM-ee or WAM-ee
wˈæmi
WAM-ee
Definição
A 'whammy' is an informal word for a strong or sudden negative effect, like a stroke of bad luck or a big problem happening unexpectedly.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈhwæmi/, /ˈwæmi
Inglês Britânico
wˈæmi
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
HWAM-ee or WAM-ee
UK
WAM-ee
Ouça em Contexto
Losing my wallet was a real whammy.
The rain was a whammy on our picnic plans.
Getting sick right before the exam was another whammy.
Losing your job and your car breaking down on the same day? Talk about a double whammy!