How to Pronounce "pound for pound"
expression
ˈpaʊnd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈpaʊnd
POWND fer POWND
pˈaʊnd/ /fˈɔː/ /pˈaʊnd
POWND faw POWND
Definition
Used to compare the strength, ability, or value of people or things regardless of their size or weight; often means 'for its size or category, this is the best'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpaʊnd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈpaʊnd
British English
pˈaʊnd/ /fˈɔː/ /pˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POWND fer POWND
UK
POWND faw POWND
Listen in Context
Pound for pound, Mike Tyson was one of the most powerful boxers.
This car is, pound for pound, the fastest on the market.
Pound for pound, this smartphone has the best battery life.
People debate who is the best, but pound for pound it’s hard to top Serena Williams.