How to Pronounce "tread lightly"
expression
TRED LYTE-lee
tred LYTE-lee
Definition
To act or speak very carefully, usually to avoid causing trouble, offense, or problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹɛd/ /ˈɫaɪtɫi
British English
tɹˈɛd/ /lˈaɪtli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRED LYTE-lee
UK
tred LYTE-lee
Listen in Context
You should tread lightly when asking about her family.
We need to tread lightly with this decision.
He learned to tread lightly after making a mistake at work.
If you want to avoid drama, tread lightly around office gossip.