How to Pronounce "on the front foot"
expression
ON thuh FRUNT foot
on thuh FRUNT foot
Definition
To be in a strong, active position where you are taking action or leading, rather than reacting or defending.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɹənt/ /ˈfʊt
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /fɹˈʌnt/ /fˈʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON thuh FRUNT foot
UK
on thuh FRUNT foot
Listen in Context
The team stayed on the front foot and won the game easily.
You need to be on the front foot during a job interview.
Staying on the front foot helps you handle problems better.
Our manager told us to get on the front foot with new clients this quarter.