How to Pronounce "shit sandwich"
expression
ˈʃɪt/ /ˈsæmwɪtʃ/, /ˈsændwɪtʃ/, /ˈsænwɪtʃ
SHIT SAN-wich
ʃˈɪt/ /sˈændwɪtʃ
shit SAN-wich
Definition
A 'shit sandwich' is a way of giving negative feedback by putting it between two positive comments, so the criticism is less harsh. It is often used in workplaces or personal conversations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɪt/ /ˈsæmwɪtʃ/, /ˈsændwɪtʃ/, /ˈsænwɪtʃ
British English
ʃˈɪt/ /sˈændwɪtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHIT SAN-wich
UK
shit SAN-wich
Listen in Context
My boss gave me a shit sandwich in my performance review.
A shit sandwich makes criticism easier to accept.
Teachers sometimes use a shit sandwich when giving feedback.
She tried to soften the bad news with a classic shit sandwich.