shut the box

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What does shut the box mean?

A dice game in which players attempt to cover up a series of visible numbers. On each throw, the player can cover any combination of open numbers that add up to the total number of dots showing on the dice.

How to pronounce shut the box

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “shut the box”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “shut the box”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “shut the box” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.