How to Pronounce "drift in"
expression
ˈdɹɪft/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
DRIFT-in
dɹˈɪft/ /ˈɪn
drIFT-in
Definition
To enter a place slowly, casually, or without a clear purpose, often as if moved by the wind or without much intention.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹɪft/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
dɹˈɪft/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DRIFT-in
UK
drIFT-in
Listen in Context
People started to drift in before the party began.
The customers drifted in one by one after the shop opened.
A little fog began to drift in from the lake.
Most guests just drift in whenever they feel like it.