"threadbare" 怎么发音

word

US

ˈθɹɛdˌbɛɹ

THRED-bair

UK

θɹˈɛdbeə

THRED-bair

释义

Describes fabric or clothing that is so worn out that the threads are showing, or something old and in poor condition. Can also mean an idea or excuse that is overused and no longer effective.

IPA 音标

美式英语

ˈθɹɛdˌbɛɹ

英式英语

θɹˈɛdbeə

简化发音

美式

THRED-bair

英式

THRED-bair

语境中听

He wore a threadbare jacket all winter.

The rug in the living room is threadbare now.

She gave me a threadbare excuse for being late.

These shoes are so threadbare I can see my toes.