How to Pronounce "make the grade"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɡɹeɪd
MAYK thuh GRAYD
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /ɡɹˈeɪd
MAYK thuh GRAYD
Definition
To reach the necessary standard or level in something, often to succeed or to be good enough for a particular purpose or group.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɡɹeɪd
British English
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /ɡɹˈeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK thuh GRAYD
UK
MAYK thuh GRAYD
Listen in Context
He worked hard but didn’t make the grade to join the team.
Do you think I can make the grade in this new job?
Only students who make the grade will pass the course.
I wanted to join the music club, but I didn’t make the grade at the audition.