How to Pronounce "dumb down"
expression
ˈdəm/ /ˈdaʊn
DUHM DOWN
dˈʌm/ /dˈaʊn
DUM DOWN
Definition
To make something simpler or easier to understand, often by removing important or complex information.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdəm/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
dˈʌm/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DUHM DOWN
UK
DUM DOWN
Listen in Context
They dumbed down the exam to make it easier for everyone.
Sometimes movies are dumbed down for younger audiences.
The news channel was criticized for dumbing down its reports.
Can you not dumb down your answer? I want the real details.