How to Pronounce "fly the coop"
expression
FLY thuh KOOP
fly thuh KOOP
Definition
To leave a place suddenly or secretly, especially to escape or gain freedom; often used when someone leaves home or a situation unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɫaɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkup
British English
flˈaɪ/ /ðə, ði/ /kuːp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FLY thuh KOOP
UK
fly thuh KOOP
Listen in Context
Tom finally decided to fly the coop and move to another city.
When she turned eighteen, she wanted to fly the coop and live on her own.
The cat managed to fly the coop when no one was looking.
After years at his job, Mark decided it was time to fly the coop and start his own business.