How to Pronounce "rise from the ranks"
expression
RYZ frum thuh RANGKS
RYZ from the RANGKS
Definition
To advance from an entry-level or low position to a higher one within an organization, usually through hard work and experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪz/ /ˈfɹəm/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹæŋks
British English
ɹˈaɪz/ /fɹˈɒm/ /ðə, ði/ /ɹˈæŋks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYZ frum thuh RANGKS
UK
RYZ from the RANGKS
Listen in Context
He rose from the ranks to become the company's CEO.
The coach rose from the ranks after years of hard work.
Many soldiers rise from the ranks to become officers.
She really rose from the ranks—she started as a cashier!