How to Pronounce "in neutral"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈnutɹəɫ
in NOO-truhl
ˈɪn/ /njˈuːtɹəl
in NYOO-truhl
Definition
In the position where a vehicle’s gear is set so that the engine is not connected to the wheels and the car does not move, or more generally, in a state where something is not actively engaged.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈnutɹəɫ
British English
ˈɪn/ /njˈuːtɹəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in NOO-truhl
UK
in NYOO-truhl
Listen in Context
Make sure the car is in neutral before you start the engine.
He left the tractor in neutral on the hill.
When the bike is in neutral, the wheels spin freely.
If you’re stuck in traffic for a while, it’s better to leave your car in neutral.