How to Pronounce "behind the times"
expression
bi-HIND thuh TYMZ
bi-HIND thuh TYMZ
Definition
Describes someone or something that is old-fashioned and does not keep up with modern ideas or technology.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtaɪmz
British English
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈaɪmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bi-HIND thuh TYMZ
UK
bi-HIND thuh TYMZ
Listen in Context
My grandfather is a bit behind the times when it comes to smartphones.
This computer is really behind the times.
His teaching methods are behind the times.
I feel so behind the times whenever I hear about new apps.