How to Pronounce "in high gear"
expression
in HYE GEER
in HYE GEE-uh
Definition
Describes something operating at full speed, intensity, or activity; often used for work, events, or processes that are moving quickly and efficiently.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈhaɪ/ /ˈɡɪɹ
British English
ˈɪn/ /hˈaɪ/ /ɡˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in HYE GEER
UK
in HYE GEE-uh
Listen in Context
The project is in high gear now.
Everything at the office is in high gear before the deadline.
Production was in high gear all week.
Now that summer's here, the tourism industry is in high gear.