How to Pronounce "come to rest"
expression
KUHM tuh REST
KUM too REST
Definition
To stop moving and remain in a still position; often used for objects or people after motion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkəm/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈɹɛst
British English
kˈʌm/ /tˈuː/ /ɹˈɛst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHM tuh REST
UK
KUM too REST
Listen in Context
The ball rolled down the hill and came to rest by the tree.
After a long journey, the car came to rest in front of the house.
When the wind stopped, the leaves came to rest on the ground.
The airplane skidded on the runway before it finally came to rest.