How to Pronounce "let slip by"
expression
ˈɫɛt/ /ˈsɫɪp/ /ˈbaɪ
LET SLIP BYE
lˈɛt/ /slˈɪp/ /bˈaɪ
let SLIP BYE
Definition
To not take advantage of an opportunity or to allow time or a chance to pass without acting.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛt/ /ˈsɫɪp/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
lˈɛt/ /slˈɪp/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LET SLIP BYE
UK
let SLIP BYE
Listen in Context
Don't let slip by this chance to travel.
She let slip by many great jobs.
I won't let slip by my last chance.
He realized too late that he'd let slip by the perfect moment to speak up.