idiom
Cat Got Your Tongue?
kat got yor tung
/kæt ɡɒt jɔːr tʌŋ/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
catgotyourtongue
Dictionary meaning
An expression used to ask why someone is uncharacteristically silent or struggling to speak.
Examples
- You haven't said a word all evening — cat got your tongue?
- When asked about the broken vase, the child just stared at the floor. Cat got your tongue?
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Cat Got Your Tongue?” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction