How to Pronounce "get axed"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈækst
GET aksed or GIT aksed
ɡˈɛt/ /ˈækst
get AKST
Definition
To be fired or removed from a job or position, often suddenly and without warning.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈækst
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /ˈækst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET aksed or GIT aksed
UK
get AKST
Listen in Context
Tom was shocked to get axed after ten years at the company.
If sales don’t improve, more workers might get axed.
Many shows get axed after only one season.
Did you hear Lisa got axed yesterday? No one saw it coming.