How to Pronounce "hit the ground running"
expression
HIT thuh GROUND RUN-ing
hit thuh GROUND RUN-ing
Definition
To start something, like a new job or project, with lots of energy and enthusiasm, and to be effective right away.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɡɹaʊnd/ /ˈɹənɪŋ
British English
hˈɪt/ /ðə, ði/ /ɡɹˈaʊnd/ /ɹˈʌnɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIT thuh GROUND RUN-ing
UK
hit thuh GROUND RUN-ing
Listen in Context
She started her new job and hit the ground running.
Our team needs to hit the ground running for this project.
He is ready to hit the ground running on his first day.
After the training, you'll need to hit the ground running to meet the deadline.