How to Pronounce "big cheese"
expression
ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈtʃiz
BIG CHEEZ
bˈɪɡ/ /tʃˈiːz
BIG CHEEZ
Definition
An informal expression for a person who has a lot of power or is very important, especially in a company or organization.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈtʃiz
British English
bˈɪɡ/ /tʃˈiːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BIG CHEEZ
UK
BIG CHEEZ
Listen in Context
Mr. Smith is the big cheese at the company.
The big cheese made the final decision.
Everyone wanted to talk to the big cheese at the party.
He acts like he's the big cheese, but he's just middle management.