How to Pronounce "out of earshot"
expression
OWT-uhv-EER-shot
OWT-ov-EER-shot
Definition
If someone is out of earshot, they are far enough away that they cannot hear what is being said.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈiɹˌʃɑt/, /ˈɪɹˌʃɑt
British English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv/ /ˈiəʃɒt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OWT-uhv-EER-shot
UK
OWT-ov-EER-shot
Listen in Context
Please wait until the children are out of earshot.
She spoke quietly to ensure they were out of earshot.
The dog barked until the stranger was out of earshot.
Let’s talk when your boss is out of earshot.