How to Pronounce "out of place"
expression
OWT-uhv-PLAYS
OWT-ov-PLAYS
Definition
If someone or something is 'out of place', it means they do not fit or feel uncomfortable in a situation or environment, or something is not where it should be.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈpɫeɪs
British English
ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒv/ /plˈeɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OWT-uhv-PLAYS
UK
OWT-ov-PLAYS
Listen in Context
That chair looks out of place in this fancy room.
I feel out of place when I don't know anyone.
Is this book out of place on the shelf?
He felt out of place at the formal dinner in jeans and a T-shirt.