How to Pronounce "catch wind of"
expression
ˈkætʃ/ /ˈwaɪnd/, /ˈwɪnd/ /ˈəv
KATCH WAHYND uhv
kˈætʃ/ /ˈwaɪnd/ /ˈɒv
KATCH WAHYND ov
Definition
To hear about something, often secretly or before it becomes widely known, especially through rumors or gossip.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkætʃ/ /ˈwaɪnd/, /ˈwɪnd/ /ˈəv
British English
kˈætʃ/ /ˈwaɪnd/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KATCH WAHYND uhv
UK
KATCH WAHYND ov
Listen in Context
If the press catches wind of the story, it will be everywhere soon.
She was surprised to catch wind of the news before anyone else.
Nobody should catch wind of our surprise party.
Word travels fast—once people catch wind of something, everyone talks.