How to Pronounce "a late bloomer"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫeɪt/ /ˈbɫumɝ
uh-LATE BLOO-mer
æɪ/ /lˈeɪt/ /blˈuːmɐ
uh-LATE BLOO-muh
Definition
A person whose talents, abilities, or potential become noticeable or fully developed later than is typical compared to others.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫeɪt/ /ˈbɫumɝ
British English
æɪ/ /lˈeɪt/ /blˈuːmɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-LATE BLOO-mer
UK
uh-LATE BLOO-muh
Listen in Context
Tom is a late bloomer; he started speaking fluently only in high school.
Mary was a late bloomer in sports but became captain of the team in college.
Being a late bloomer can mean finding your passion at any age.
Don't worry about being a late bloomer—everyone grows at their own speed.