How to Pronounce "come out of the closet"
expression
KUHM OWT uhv thuh KLAWZ-it
KUM OWT ov thuh KLOZ-it
Definition
To openly reveal or admit to being gay, lesbian, or LGBTQ+, especially after previously hiding it. It can more broadly mean revealing a hidden truth about yourself.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkəm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkɫɑzət
British English
kˈʌm/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv/ /ðə, ði/ /klˈɒzɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHM OWT uhv thuh KLAWZ-it
UK
KUM OWT ov thuh KLOZ-it
Listen in Context
He decided to come out of the closet to his family last year.
It can be hard to come out of the closet if you feel unsafe.
Many people feel happier after they come out of the closet.
She finally came out of the closet at college and found a supportive community.