How to Pronounce "empty the tank"
expression
ˈɛmpti/, /ˈɛmti/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtæŋk
EMP-tee thuh TANK
ˈɛmpti/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈæŋk
EMP-tee thuh TANK
Definition
To remove all the contents from a tank, such as fuel, water or any liquid. The phrase can also mean using up all your energy or resources.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛmpti/, /ˈɛmti/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtæŋk
British English
ˈɛmpti/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈæŋk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EMP-tee thuh TANK
UK
EMP-tee thuh TANK
Listen in Context
Please empty the tank before refilling it.
The fish died because I forgot to empty the tank.
You should empty the tank after each use.
I felt like I had to empty the tank to finish that race.