How to Pronounce "edgewise"
word
ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz
EJ-wyz
ˈɛdʒwaɪz
EJ-wyz
Definition
“Edgewise” usually means with the edge facing forward or sideways. In conversation, the phrase “can’t get a word in edgewise” means not being able to speak because someone else is talking a lot.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz
British English
ˈɛdʒwaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EJ-wyz
UK
EJ-wyz
Listen in Context
He turned the book edgewise to fit it on the shelf.
She couldn’t get a word in edgewise during the meeting.
Try sliding it in edgewise if it doesn’t fit flat.
Honestly, I couldn't get a word in edgewise—she just kept talking.