How to Pronounce "in the interest of"
expression
IN thuh IN-ter-est uhv
IN thuh IN-truhst ov
Definition
Used to show that something is done for the advantage, benefit, or well-being of a person, group, or concept. It means that the main reason for the action is to help or protect something or someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɪntɝəst/, /ˈɪntɝɪst/, /ˈɪntɹəst/, /ˈɪntɹɪst/ /ˈəv
British English
ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /ˈɪntɹəst/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN thuh IN-ter-est uhv
UK
IN thuh IN-truhst ov
Listen in Context
In the interest of safety, please wear your seatbelt.
The meeting was canceled in the interest of time.
She acted in the interest of her children.
Let's skip the introductions in the interest of saving time.