How to Pronounce "a lid on"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɪd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
uh LID-on
æɪ/ /lˈɪd/ /ˈɒn
uh LID-on
Definition
To keep something under control or prevent it from spreading, especially information, emotions, or problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɪd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
æɪ/ /lˈɪd/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh LID-on
UK
uh LID-on
Listen in Context
Try to keep a lid on your spending this month.
She tried to keep a lid on her anger during the meeting.
Please keep a lid on this information until it is official.
The company is trying to keep a lid on rumors about possible layoffs.