idiom
put your money where your mouth is
POOT yor MUN-ee wehr yor MOWTH iz
pʊt jɔːr ˈmʌni wɛər jɔːr maʊθ ɪzListen
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Syllable breakdown
putyourmoneywhereyourmouthis
Dictionary meaning
To back up your words or beliefs with financial commitment.
Examples
- If you believe in the company, put your money where your mouth is and invest.
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