How to Pronounce "show your cards"
expression
SHOH yur KARZ
SHOH yaw KAHZ
Definition
To reveal your true intentions, plans, or information that you have been keeping secret; based on a card game metaphor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃoʊ/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈkɑɹdz
British English
ʃˈəʊ/ /jˈɔː/ /kˈɑːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOH yur KARZ
UK
SHOH yaw KAHZ
Listen in Context
It's time to show your cards and tell us what you really think.
If you want us to trust you, you need to show your cards.
The company will not show its cards until the deal is final.
He finally decided to show his cards and admitted he wanted the job.