How to Pronounce "by the dozen"
expression
BY thuh DUZ-uhn
BY thuh DUZ-uhn
Definition
To sell, buy, or count things in groups of twelve at a time; often used to mean in large quantities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdəzən
British English
bˈaɪ/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈʌzən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BY thuh DUZ-uhn
UK
BY thuh DUZ-uhn
Listen in Context
Eggs are often sold by the dozen.
We bought cookies by the dozen for the party.
Flowers are sold by the dozen at the market.
Donut shops sell favorites by the dozen because people love to share.