How to Pronounce "rip off the bandage"
expression
RIP-awf THUH BAN-dij
rip-OFF THUH BAN-dij
Definition
To remove a bandage quickly, rather than slowly, to minimize pain. Often used figuratively to mean dealing with something unpleasant all at once instead of dragging it out.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪp/ /ˈɔf/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbændɪdʒ
British English
ɹˈɪp/ /ˈɒf/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈændɪdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RIP-awf THUH BAN-dij
UK
rip-OFF THUH BAN-dij
Listen in Context
It's better to rip off the bandage quickly.
She decided to rip off the bandage and tell him the truth.
Just rip off the bandage and finish your homework now.
Let's rip off the bandage and have that tough conversation now.