How to Pronounce "baptism of fire"
expression
BAP-tiz-um uhv FY-er
BAP-tiz-um ov FY-uh
Definition
A difficult first experience someone faces in a new job or situation, especially when they must prove themselves under pressure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæptɪzəm/ /ˈəv/ /ˈfaɪɝ/, /ˈfaɪɹ
British English
bˈæptɪzəm/ /ˈɒv/ /fˈaɪə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAP-tiz-um uhv FY-er
UK
BAP-tiz-um ov FY-uh
Listen in Context
My first week in the hospital was a real baptism of fire.
Starting as a teacher in a tough school was his baptism of fire.
Her job interview turned into a baptism of fire when three managers joined unexpectedly.
Managing the crisis was my baptism of fire, but I learned a lot.