How to Pronounce "the ropes"
expression
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹoʊps
thuh ROPES
ðə, ði/ /ɹˈəʊps
thuh ROHPS
Definition
'The ropes' refers to the basic rules, skills, or ways of doing something, especially when learning a new job or activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹoʊps
British English
ðə, ði/ /ɹˈəʊps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh ROPES
UK
thuh ROHPS
Listen in Context
It took me a week to learn the ropes at my new job.
Emma will show you the ropes when you start.
New students are given time to learn the ropes.
Once you know the ropes, this job is pretty easy.