How to Pronounce "monkey wrench"
expression
ˈməŋki/ /ˈɹɛntʃ
MUNG-kee rench
mˈʌnki/ /ɹˈɛntʃ
MUN-kee rench
Definition
A monkey wrench is a tool with an adjustable jaw, used to turn nuts and bolts. In informal English, 'throw a monkey wrench into' something means to cause problems or difficulties for a plan or process.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈməŋki/ /ˈɹɛntʃ
British English
mˈʌnki/ /ɹˈɛntʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MUNG-kee rench
UK
MUN-kee rench
Listen in Context
I used a monkey wrench to fix the pipe.
Please pass me the monkey wrench.
The mechanic grabbed a monkey wrench from his toolbox.
It looks like someone threw a monkey wrench into our plans.