How to Pronounce "if looks could kill"
expression
IF LOOKS KUUD KILL
if LUKS KUD KIL
Definition
This expression is used when someone gives a very angry or hateful look, as if their stare alone could hurt or kill someone. It describes a situation where someone's expression shows strong disapproval or hostility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈɫʊks/ /ˈkʊd/ /ˈkɪɫ
British English
ˈɪf/ /lˈʊks/ /kˈʊd/ /kˈɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IF LOOKS KUUD KILL
UK
if LUKS KUD KIL
Listen in Context
When Mia glared at Tom, I thought, 'if looks could kill'!
She was so angry that if looks could kill, I would be in trouble.
He walked into the room late, and the teacher's face said, 'if looks could kill.'
Wow, if looks could kill, Jessica would've dropped Mark on the spot.