How to Pronounce "tight ship"
expression
ˈtaɪt/ /ˈʃɪp
TYT SHIP
tˈaɪt/ /ʃˈɪp
TYT SHIP
Definition
If someone runs a 'tight ship', they manage a group, business, or organization very strictly and efficiently, making sure everything works smoothly and follows rules.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪt/ /ˈʃɪp
British English
tˈaɪt/ /ʃˈɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TYT SHIP
UK
TYT SHIP
Listen in Context
Our manager runs a tight ship in the office.
Teachers need to keep a tight ship at school.
She believes that running a tight ship makes people work better.
You can tell they run a tight ship—nothing is ever out of place here.