How to Pronounce "rally around"
expression
ˈɹæɫi/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
RAL-ee uh-ROWND
ɹˈæli/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
RAL-ee uh-ROWND
Definition
To come together to support or help someone, especially during a difficult time. It often means people join forces to help another person or cause.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæɫi/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
ɹˈæli/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAL-ee uh-ROWND
UK
RAL-ee uh-ROWND
Listen in Context
Our friends rallied around us when we lost our dog.
The town rallied around the family after the fire.
Employees rallied around their boss during the crisis.
When Sarah got sick, everyone immediately rallied around to help.