How to Pronounce "in perspective"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /pɝˈspɛktɪv
in per-SPEK-tiv
ˈɪn/ /pəspˈɛktɪv
in pə-SPEK-tiv
Definition
To see the true importance or proportion of something compared to everything else; also, to view something as part of a bigger picture or context.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /pɝˈspɛktɪv
British English
ˈɪn/ /pəspˈɛktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in per-SPEK-tiv
UK
in pə-SPEK-tiv
Listen in Context
It's important to keep things in perspective.
Try to see the problem in perspective before reacting.
This news puts everything in perspective.
Losing the game isn't fun, but let's keep it in perspective—it's just a game.