How to Pronounce "hit the deck"
expression
ˈhɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɛk
HIT thuh DEK
hˈɪt/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈɛk
HIT thuh DEK
Definition
To quickly lie down on the ground, usually to avoid danger or something falling. It can also mean to get ready for action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɛk
British English
hˈɪt/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈɛk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIT thuh DEK
UK
HIT thuh DEK
Listen in Context
When the alarm sounded, everyone hit the deck.
If something falls from above, hit the deck!
The teacher yelled, 'Hit the deck!' during the drill.
You'd better hit the deck—they're throwing water balloons!