How to Pronounce "champ at the bit"
expression
CHAMP at thuh bit
CHAMP at thuh bit
Definition
To be very eager or impatient to start something, often because of excitement or restlessness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃæmp/ /ˈæt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɪt
British English
tʃˈæmp/ /ˈæt/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHAMP at thuh bit
UK
CHAMP at thuh bit
Listen in Context
She was champing at the bit to open her birthday presents.
The kids were champing at the bit to go outside and play.
He was champing at the bit for his turn to speak.
I've been champing at the bit to see this new movie all week.