How to Pronounce "a legend in your own time"
expression
uh LEDJ-end in yer OWN TIME
uh LEDJ-end in yaw OWN TIME
Definition
Someone who gains legendary status or fame while still alive, not just after they have passed away. It means being widely recognized and respected for outstanding achievements during your lifetime.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɛdʒənd/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈoʊn/ /ˈtaɪm
British English
æɪ/ /lˈɛdʒənd/ /ˈɪn/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈəʊn/ /tˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh LEDJ-end in yer OWN TIME
UK
uh LEDJ-end in yaw OWN TIME
Listen in Context
He became a legend in his own time because of his music.
Many people called the athlete a legend in his own time.
She was a legend in her own time for her charity work.
You don't have to wait until you're gone to be called a legend in your own time.