How to Pronounce "big fish"
expression
ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈfɪʃ
BIG FISH
bˈɪɡ/ /fˈɪʃ
BIG FISH
Definition
A 'big fish' is an important or powerful person, especially in a particular organization or area. The phrase is often used informally.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈfɪʃ
British English
bˈɪɡ/ /fˈɪʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BIG FISH
UK
BIG FISH
Listen in Context
He is a big fish in the banking industry.
Many people want to become a big fish at work.
She met some big fish at the conference.
He used to be a big fish in his hometown, but here no one knows him.