How to Pronounce "blow your cover"
expression
BLOH-yer KUH-ver
bl-OH-yer KUHV-uh
Definition
To accidentally reveal your true identity or intentions, especially when you are trying to hide them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫoʊ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈkəvɝ
British English
blˈəʊ/ /jˈɔː/ /kˈʌvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLOH-yer KUH-ver
UK
bl-OH-yer KUHV-uh
Listen in Context
Don't blow your cover during the mission.
He wore a disguise so he wouldn't blow his cover.
Talking too much might blow your cover.
I almost blew my cover when I recognized her in the café.