How to Pronounce "have a loose screw"
expression
HAV-uh LOOS SKROO
HAV-uh LOOS SKROO
Definition
This is an informal way to say someone behaves strangely or might be a little bit crazy, as if their mind is not working quite right.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫus/ /ˈskɹu
British English
hæv/ /æɪ/ /lˈuːs/ /skɹˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV-uh LOOS SKROO
UK
HAV-uh LOOS SKROO
Listen in Context
I think Tom has a loose screw because he talks to his plants every day.
Mary must have a loose screw to wear a coat in summer.
People say my uncle has a loose screw because he collects rubber ducks.
You seriously have a loose screw if you think that's a good idea.