How to Pronounce "a rough idea"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹəf/ /aɪˈdiə
uh RUFF eye-DEE-uh
æɪ/ /ɹˈʌf/ /aɪdˈiə
uh RUFF eye-DEE-uh
Definition
'A rough idea' means a general or approximate understanding of something, not exact or detailed. You know the main points, but not all the specifics.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹəf/ /aɪˈdiə
British English
æɪ/ /ɹˈʌf/ /aɪdˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh RUFF eye-DEE-uh
UK
uh RUFF eye-DEE-uh
Listen in Context
I have a rough idea of the costs.
She gave me a rough idea of the plan.
Do you have a rough idea of how long it will take?
I only have a rough idea; I don’t know the exact figures.