How to Pronounce "get a grip"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡɹɪp
GET-uh-GRIP or GIT-uh-GRIP
ɡˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /ɡɹˈɪp
get-uh-GRIP
Definition
To calm down and control your emotions or behavior, especially when you feel upset or out of control.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡɹɪp
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /æɪ/ /ɡɹˈɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GET-uh-GRIP or GIT-uh-GRIP
UK
get-uh-GRIP
Listen in Context
You need to get a grip and finish your work.
If you get a grip, everything will be okay.
Please get a grip and stop yelling.
Wow, just get a grip—it's not the end of the world.