How to Pronounce "blue state"
expression
ˈbɫu/ /ˈsteɪt
BLOO stayt
blˈuː/ /stˈeɪt
bloo STAYT
Definition
In the United States, a 'blue state' refers to a state where the majority of people usually vote for the Democratic Party in national elections.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɫu/ /ˈsteɪt
British English
blˈuː/ /stˈeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLOO stayt
UK
bloo STAYT
Listen in Context
California is a blue state in most elections.
New York is often called a blue state.
A blue state usually supports Democratic candidates.
She moved to a blue state because she liked its progressive values.