How to Pronounce "lay it on the line"
expression
LAY it on thuh LINE
LAY it on thuh LINE
Definition
To speak very honestly and directly, even if it is difficult or risky. It means saying exactly what you think or mean, without hiding anything.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫeɪ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɫaɪn
British English
lˈeɪ/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /lˈaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAY it on thuh LINE
UK
LAY it on thuh LINE
Listen in Context
Let me lay it on the line: We need to work harder.
She laid it on the line and told her friend the truth.
If you want to help, you have to lay it on the line.
I’m just going to lay it on the line—we can’t afford this trip right now.