How to Pronounce "chase rainbows"
expression
ˈtʃeɪs/ /ˈɹeɪnˌboʊz
CHAYS RAYN-bohz
tʃˈeɪs/ /ɹˈeɪnbəʊz
CHAYS RAYN-bohz
Definition
To try to achieve something that is impossible or very unlikely to happen, like pursuing a dream that cannot come true.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃeɪs/ /ˈɹeɪnˌboʊz
British English
tʃˈeɪs/ /ɹˈeɪnbəʊz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHAYS RAYN-bohz
UK
CHAYS RAYN-bohz
Listen in Context
He told his son not to chase rainbows and to focus on realistic goals.
Some people spend their lives chasing rainbows instead of working toward real success.
Don't waste your energy chasing rainbows; make a practical plan instead.
You can keep chasing rainbows, but don’t be surprised if nothing changes.