How to Pronounce "thumb down"
expression
ˈθəm/ /ˈdaʊn
THUHM DOWN
θˈʌm/ /dˈaʊn
THUM DOWN
Definition
To show disapproval or rejection, usually by turning your thumb down or by giving a negative rating or response.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθəm/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
θˈʌm/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THUHM DOWN
UK
THUM DOWN
Listen in Context
She gave the movie a thumb down because she didn't like it.
People sometimes thumb down videos they don't agree with online.
If you don't like the idea, just thumb down it.
My comment got a thumb down within seconds of posting.