How to Pronounce "a common thread"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɑmən/ /ˈθɹɛd
uh KOM-uhn THRED
æɪ/ /kˈɒmən/ /θɹˈɛd
uh KOM-uhn THRED
Definition
A feature, idea, or quality that connects different things, people, or situations; something they all have in common.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɑmən/ /ˈθɹɛd
British English
æɪ/ /kˈɒmən/ /θɹˈɛd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh KOM-uhn THRED
UK
uh KOM-uhn THRED
Listen in Context
Honesty was a common thread in all their stories.
There is a common thread between these two books.
Teamwork is a common thread in successful companies.
If you look closely, you'll see a common thread running through all her paintings.