How to Pronounce "think inside the box"
expression
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈɪnˌsaɪd/, /ˌɪnˈsaɪd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɑks
THINK in-SYD thuh BAHKS
θˈɪŋk/ /ɪnˈsaɪd/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɒks
THINK in-SYD thuh BOX
Definition
To think in a conventional or traditional way, following established methods or ideas without seeking creative or unusual solutions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈɪnˌsaɪd/, /ˌɪnˈsaɪd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɑks
British English
θˈɪŋk/ /ɪnˈsaɪd/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɒks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THINK in-SYD thuh BAHKS
UK
THINK in-SYD thuh BOX
Listen in Context
Sometimes, managers want their teams to think inside the box and follow the rules.
If you always think inside the box, you might miss better solutions.
Schools sometimes encourage students to think inside the box when teaching basic skills.
Don’t just think inside the box—try something unexpected for once!