How to Pronounce "bend out of shape"
expression
BEND owt uhv SHAYP
BEND owt ov SHAYP
Definition
To twist or distort something so it is no longer in its original shape, or (idiomatically) to become very upset or angry about something, often something minor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛnd/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈʃeɪp
British English
bˈɛnd/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv/ /ʃˈeɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEND owt uhv SHAYP
UK
BEND owt ov SHAYP
Listen in Context
Be careful not to bend out of shape the metal rod.
He got all bent out of shape over losing his keys.
Try not to get bent out of shape about the small stuff.
My phone case got totally bent out of shape in my bag.