How to Pronounce "filled to the brim"
expression
FILD tuh thuh BRIM
FILD too thuh BRIM
Definition
Completely full, usually to the very top edge of a container or space. It is often used literally for things like cups or figuratively for emotions or places.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɪɫd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɹɪm
British English
fˈɪld/ /tˈuː/ /ðə, ði/ /bɹˈɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FILD tuh thuh BRIM
UK
FILD too thuh BRIM
Listen in Context
The glass was filled to the brim with water.
His backpack was filled to the brim with books.
The bowl was filled to the brim with soup.
After hearing the good news, she felt filled to the brim with happiness.