How to Pronounce "in the market"
expression
in thuh MAR-kit
in thuh MAR-kit
Definition
This expression usually means someone is looking to buy something or is interested in acquiring something, often related to houses, jobs, or romantic relationships.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmɑɹkət/, /ˈmɑɹkɪt
British English
ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈɑːkɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in thuh MAR-kit
UK
in thuh MAR-kit
Listen in Context
I am in the market for a new laptop.
They are in the market for a house.
Are you in the market for a new job?
She’s newly single and definitely in the market.