How to Pronounce "spread it on thick"
expression
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪk
SPRED it awn THIK
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈɒn/ /θˈɪk
spred it ON thik
Definition
To exaggerate a story, compliment, or statement, especially to get attention or favor; to flatter someone too much.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪk
British English
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈɒn/ /θˈɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRED it awn THIK
UK
spred it ON thik
Listen in Context
He was nervous and started to spread it on thick about his work experience.
You don't have to spread it on thick—just tell the truth.
She tends to spread it on thick when talking to her boss.
Wow, you really spread it on thick with those compliments!