How to Pronounce "rant and rave"
expression
ˈɹænt/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹeɪv
RANT-uhnd-RAYV
ɹˈɑːnt/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈeɪv
RAHNT-and-RAYV
Definition
To speak or shout loudly and angrily, often for a long time, especially to complain or protest.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹænt/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɹeɪv
British English
ɹˈɑːnt/ /ˈænd/ /ɹˈeɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RANT-uhnd-RAYV
UK
RAHNT-and-RAYV
Listen in Context
He started to rant and rave about the broken computer.
The customer began to rant and rave at the cashier.
Don’t rant and rave; try to calm down and explain.
My boss will rant and rave if I’m late again.