How to Pronounce "words of one syllable"
expression
WURDZ uv WUN SIH-luh-buhl
WURDZ ov WON SIL-uh-buhl
Definition
To say something in the simplest and clearest way possible, using only the most basic words. This phrase often appears when asking for or giving an explanation that anyone can understand.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝdz/ /ˈəv/ /ˈwən/ /ˈsɪɫəbəɫ
British English
wˈɜːdz/ /ˈɒv/ /wˈɒn/ /sˈɪləbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WURDZ uv WUN SIH-luh-buhl
UK
WURDZ ov WON SIL-uh-buhl
Listen in Context
Can you explain it in words of one syllable?
Please use words of one syllable for the children.
I need it in words of one syllable, please.
Let me put it in words of one syllable—you’re fired.