Pronunciation: [lˈɛtɪd kˈat ˌa͡ʊtəv ðə bˈaɡ] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "letted cat out of the bag" is [lˈɛtɪd kˈat ˌa͡ʊtəv ðə bˈaɡ], [lˈɛtɪd kˈat ˌaʊtəv ðə bˈaɡ], [l_ˈɛ_t_ɪ_d k_ˈa_t ˌaʊ_t_ə_v ð_ə b_ˈa_ɡ] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
The phrase "let the cat out of the bag" is an idiomatic expression that means to reveal a secret or disclose information that was intended to be kept secret. It is often used to describe a situation where confidential or sensitive information is inadvertently or deliberately disclosed to others.
The origin of this phrase can be traced back to the medieval marketplace, where people would often sell piglets. Unscrupulous vendors would sometimes put a cat in a bag instead of a piglet to deceive potential buyers. If the buyer did not inspect the bag before buying, they would only discover the deception when they 'let the cat out of the bag' and the truth was revealed.
Over time, the phrase evolved to describe any scenario where something hidden or concealed was exposed, leading to the revelation of a secret. It is commonly used in informal conversations, storytelling, and various forms of media.
"Letting the cat out of the bag" can have both positive and negative connotations, depending on the context. It can indicate an inadvertent slip or a deliberate act of betrayal. Regardless, the phrase has become a widely recognized metaphor for disclosing confidential or private information and has permeated the English language as a vivid expression of revealing secrets or hidden intentions.
