How to Pronounce "dirty your hands"
expression
ˈdɝti/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz
DUR-tee yer HANDZ
dˈɜːti/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈændz
DUR-tee yaw HANDZ
Definition
To become involved in work that is physically dirty, or take part in dishonest or morally questionable actions. Often used to show effort or risk in doing unpleasant but necessary tasks.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɝti/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhændz/, /ˈhænz
British English
dˈɜːti/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈændz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUR-tee yer HANDZ
UK
DUR-tee yaw HANDZ
Listen in Context
Sometimes you have to dirty your hands to get the job done.
He refused to dirty his hands in the business.
She doesn’t want to dirty her hands with cheating.
You won't get anywhere unless you're willing to dirty your hands a little.