How to Pronounce "high ground"
expression
ˈhaɪ/ /ˈɡɹaʊnd
HY grownd
hˈaɪ/ /ɡɹˈaʊnd
HY grownd
Definition
'High ground' means an area of land that is higher than the land around it. It can also refer to taking a moral or tactical advantage in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪ/ /ˈɡɹaʊnd
British English
hˈaɪ/ /ɡɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY grownd
UK
HY grownd
Listen in Context
The army moved to the high ground for a better view.
Water flows away from the high ground after heavy rain.
It is safer to build on the high ground to avoid floods.
She always takes the high ground in arguments and doesn't insult others.