How to Pronounce "in so many words"
expression
in SOH MEN-ee WURDZ
in SOH MEN-ee WURDZ
Definition
Used when someone says something clearly and directly, usually by using specific words. Often used to point out that something was said explicitly, not just implied.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈsoʊ/ /ˈmɛni/ /ˈwɝdz
British English
ˈɪn/ /sˈəʊ/ /mˈɛni/ /wˈɜːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in SOH MEN-ee WURDZ
UK
in SOH MEN-ee WURDZ
Listen in Context
He told me to leave, in so many words.
She apologized, in so many words.
He said I was wrong, in so many words.
He didn't say it in so many words, but I knew he wanted me gone.