How to Pronounce "lag behind"
expression
ˈɫæɡ/ /bɪˈhaɪnd
LAG bi-HYND
lˈæɡ/ /bɪhˈaɪnd
lag bi-HYND
Definition
To move or progress more slowly than others and fall to the back. Used when someone or something is not keeping up with others in speed, progress, development, or achievement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫæɡ/ /bɪˈhaɪnd
British English
lˈæɡ/ /bɪhˈaɪnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAG bi-HYND
UK
lag bi-HYND
Listen in Context
If you lag behind in class, it's hard to catch up.
The team started to lag behind in the second half of the game.
Small businesses may lag behind larger companies in technology.
Don't worry if you lag behind now—you can always catch up with some effort.