How to Pronounce "poison pen"
expression
ˈpɔɪzən/ /ˈpɛn
POY-zuhn PEN
pˈɔɪzən/ /pˈɛn
POY-zuhn PEN
Definition
A 'poison pen' is a letter or message written to harm, insult, or upset someone, usually sent anonymously and containing cruel or malicious comments.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɪzən/ /ˈpɛn
British English
pˈɔɪzən/ /pˈɛn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POY-zuhn PEN
UK
POY-zuhn PEN
Listen in Context
He received a poison pen letter from an unknown person.
A poison pen message hurt her feelings a lot.
The company got a poison pen complaint about its service.
A poison pen letter started rumors at school.