How to Pronounce "line your own pocket"
expression
LYN yur OWN PAH-kit
LYN yawr OWN POCK-it
Definition
To take money for yourself, often dishonestly or unfairly, especially when you have a position of power or trust.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈoʊn/ /ˈpɑkət
British English
lˈaɪn/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈəʊn/ /pˈɒkɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYN yur OWN PAH-kit
UK
LYN yawr OWN POCK-it
Listen in Context
The mayor tried to line his own pocket with public money.
He was caught lining his own pocket at work.
Some companies line their own pockets instead of helping people.
It's no secret the officials have been lining their own pockets for years.