How to Pronounce "cut a dash"
expression
ˈkət/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdæʃ
KUHT-uh-DASH
kˈʌt/ /æɪ/ /dˈæʃ
KUT-uh-DASH
Definition
To attract attention, be impressive, or look stylish, especially because of your clothes or appearance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkət/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdæʃ
British English
kˈʌt/ /æɪ/ /dˈæʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHT-uh-DASH
UK
KUT-uh-DASH
Listen in Context
She always cuts a dash at school with her bright dresses.
John cut a dash at the party last night in his new suit.
With her stylish hat, Grandma still cuts a dash at family gatherings.
He really cut a dash walking down the street in that sharp jacket.