How to Pronounce "bright and early"
expression
BRYTE-and-UR-lee
BRYTE-and-UR-lee
Definition
Very early in the morning, often soon after sunrise. Used to emphasize that something happens or should happen early in the day.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹaɪt/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈɝɫi
British English
bɹˈaɪt/ /ˈænd/ /ˈɜːli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRYTE-and-UR-lee
UK
BRYTE-and-UR-lee
Listen in Context
We need to leave bright and early tomorrow.
The meeting starts bright and early at 7 a.m.
She always wakes up bright and early for work.
If you want fresh bread, you have to get to the bakery bright and early.