How to Pronounce "walk of life"
expression
WAWK-uhv-LYFE
WAWK-ov-LYFE
Definition
A person's position, job, or role in society; people from all 'walks of life' come from different backgrounds and professions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɑk/, /ˈwɔk/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɫaɪf
British English
wˈɔːk/ /ˈɒv/ /lˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAWK-uhv-LYFE
UK
WAWK-ov-LYFE
Listen in Context
People from every walk of life attended the event.
She helps people from all walks of life.
Doctors meet patients from every walk of life.
People from all walks of life came together to support the cause.