How to Pronounce "keep your eye on the ball"
expression
KEEP yor EYE on thuh BAWL
KEEP yaw EYE on thuh BAWL
Definition
This expression means to stay focused on what is important or to pay close attention to a task. It often comes from sports but is used for any situation that needs concentration.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkip/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɔɫ
British English
kˈiːp/ /jˈɔː/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɔːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEEP yor EYE on thuh BAWL
UK
KEEP yaw EYE on thuh BAWL
Listen in Context
If you want to win, you must keep your eye on the ball.
It's important to keep your eye on the ball during the exam.
The coach told the players to keep their eye on the ball.
I know things are busy, but just keep your eye on the ball and you’ll finish the project.