How to Pronounce "doormats"
word
ˈdɔɹˌmæts
DAWR-mats
dˈɔːmæts
DAW-mats
Definition
Doormats are mats placed in front of doors for wiping your feet before entering. The word can also refer, informally, to people who let others treat them badly without standing up for themselves.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɔɹˌmæts
British English
dˈɔːmæts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAWR-mats
UK
DAW-mats
Listen in Context
We bought two new doormats for the house.
Please wipe your feet on the doormats before coming in.
There are colorful doormats in every apartment.
Some people act like real doormats and let others walk all over them.