How to Pronounce "carte blanche"
expression
ˈkɑɹt/ /ˈbɫæntʃ
KART BLANCH
kˈɑːt/ /blɑːnʃ
KAHT BLANSH
Definition
Permission to do whatever you think is best in a situation, with no limitations or restrictions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɑɹt/ /ˈbɫæntʃ
British English
kˈɑːt/ /blɑːnʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KART BLANCH
UK
KAHT BLANSH
Listen in Context
The manager gave her carte blanche to redesign the office.
He has carte blanche to hire anyone he wants for the project.
Our teacher gave us carte blanche for the group presentation.
Don’t worry about the details—you have carte blanche to handle it as you see fit.