How to Pronounce "rid of"
expression
ˈɹɪd/ /ˈəv
RID-uhv
ɹˈɪd/ /ˈɒv
RID-ov
Definition
To remove something or someone that is unwanted or causes problems; to make yourself free from something you do not want.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪd/ /ˈəv
British English
ɹˈɪd/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RID-uhv
UK
RID-ov
Listen in Context
I need to get rid of these old clothes.
She wants to get rid of her bad habits.
It's hard to get rid of a cold in winter.
Do you want to get rid of that old sofa?