How to Pronounce "bear fruit"
expression
ˈbɛɹ/ /ˈfɹut
BAIR FROOT
bˈeə/ /fɹˈuːt
BAIR FROOT
Definition
To produce results or have a successful outcome, especially after effort or time. It can be used literally for plants, but is most often used figuratively.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛɹ/ /ˈfɹut
British English
bˈeə/ /fɹˈuːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAIR FROOT
UK
BAIR FROOT
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After months of hard work, our project finally bore fruit.
The apple tree in our yard did not bear fruit this year.
Sometimes your patience will bear fruit in unexpected ways.
Let's hope all this planning will bear fruit soon.