How to Pronounce "telegraphed"
word
ˈtɛɫəˌɡɹæft
TEL-uh-graft
tˈɛlɪɡɹˌæfd
TEL-ih-graft
Definition
Literally, sent a message by telegraph. Figuratively, it means to make your intentions obvious before acting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɛɫəˌɡɹæft
British English
tˈɛlɪɡɹˌæfd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEL-uh-graft
UK
TEL-ih-graft
Listen in Context
He telegraphed his message to his family in another city.
She telegraphed her next move by looking at the chessboard.
The boxer telegraphed his punch and lost the match.
He totally telegraphed that he was about to quit — you could see it coming.