How to Pronounce "tap out"
expression
ˈtæp/ /ˈaʊt
TAP-owt
tˈæp/ /ˈaʊt
TAP-owt
Definition
In combat sports, 'tap out' means to surrender by tapping, showing you give up. More generally, it can mean running out of strength, money, or energy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtæp/ /ˈaʊt
British English
tˈæp/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAP-owt
UK
TAP-owt
Listen in Context
When he couldn't escape the hold, he tapped out.
I can't go out tonight—I'm completely tapped out from work.
After buying the tickets, I'm tapped out.
She fought hard but had to tap out in the final round.