How to Pronounce "spout off"
expression
ˈspaʊt/ /ˈɔf
SPOWT-AWF
spˈaʊt/ /ˈɒf
SPOWT-OFF
Definition
To speak your opinions loudly, freely, or without thinking, often criticizing or lecturing others. Usually considered rude, annoying, or thoughtless.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspaʊt/ /ˈɔf
British English
spˈaʊt/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPOWT-AWF
UK
SPOWT-OFF
Listen in Context
He always spouts off about his job, even when nobody asks.
Don’t spout off in class; let others share their ideas too.
She sometimes spouts off facts that aren’t true.
Every time politics comes up, he starts to spout off like he’s an expert.