How to Pronounce "can it"
expression
ˈkæn/, /kən/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
KAN-it, KUHN-it
kˈæn/ /ˈɪt
KAN-it
Definition
An informal way to tell someone to stop talking or to be quiet, similar to 'shut up' or 'stop it.' Often used to interrupt or end discussion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæn/, /kən/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
British English
kˈæn/ /ˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAN-it, KUHN-it
UK
KAN-it
Listen in Context
Hey, can it, I’m trying to study!
If you don’t have anything nice to say, just can it.
All right, you two, can it and listen.
Seriously, Tom, can it with those jokes—they're getting old.