How to Pronounce "let slide"
expression
ˈɫɛt/ /ˈsɫaɪd
LET SLYD
lˈɛt/ /slˈaɪd
let SLYD
Definition
To ignore a mistake, bad behavior, or problem and not do anything about it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛt/ /ˈsɫaɪd
British English
lˈɛt/ /slˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LET SLYD
UK
let SLYD
Listen in Context
I'll let it slide this time, but don't do it again.
The teacher decided to let slide the student's late homework.
Sometimes it's better to let slide small mistakes.
He was late again, but I decided to just let it slide.