How to Pronounce "one step ahead"
expression
ˈwən/ /ˈstɛp/ /əˈhɛd
WUN STEP uh-HED
wˈɒn/ /stˈɛp/ /ɐhˈɛd
WON STEP uh-HED
Definition
Being better prepared or more advanced than others, especially by anticipating what will happen next.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwən/ /ˈstɛp/ /əˈhɛd
British English
wˈɒn/ /stˈɛp/ /ɐhˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUN STEP uh-HED
UK
WON STEP uh-HED
Listen in Context
She always tries to stay one step ahead of her competitors.
Good planning keeps you one step ahead in business.
He was one step ahead and brought an umbrella before it rained.
If you want to win in this industry, you have to be one step ahead at all times.