How to Pronounce "sweet summer child"
expression
SWEET SUM-mer CHILD
sweet SUM-uh CHILD
Definition
A humorous or affectionate expression used to describe someone who is innocent, naive, or unaware of harsh realities, often with a bit of irony or gentle teasing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈswit/ /ˈsəmɝ/ /ˈtʃaɪɫd
British English
swˈiːt/ /sˈʌmɐ/ /tʃˈaɪld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SWEET SUM-mer CHILD
UK
sweet SUM-uh CHILD
Listen in Context
Oh, you sweet summer child, you have so much to learn about the world.
She called him a sweet summer child for not knowing how hard the job would be.
You really are a sweet summer child if you think life is always fair.
Bless your heart, you sweet summer child—you have no idea what's coming.