How to Pronounce "above the curve"
expression
uh-BUV thuh KURV
uh-BUV thuh KURV
Definition
To be better, more advanced, or perform at a higher level than most people or the average in a particular area.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkɝv
British English
əbˈʌv/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈɜːv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BUV thuh KURV
UK
uh-BUV thuh KURV
Listen in Context
She always tries to stay above the curve at school.
Our product is above the curve for quality.
He wants to be above the curve in his career.
If you want that promotion, you have to be above the curve.