How to Pronounce "tick over"
expression
ˈtɪk/ /ˈoʊvɝ
TIK OH-ver
tˈɪk/ /ˈəʊvɐ
TIK OH-vuh
Definition
If something ticks over, it continues to function smoothly and steadily, often without much activity or change. It can refer to machines running quietly or a business or activity continuing without problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɪk/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
tˈɪk/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TIK OH-ver
UK
TIK OH-vuh
Listen in Context
The old car can still tick over even in winter.
The bakery just manages to tick over during the slow season.
Let the engine tick over while we check the oil.
Our project is just ticking over until we get more funding.