How to Pronounce "ride shotgun"
expression
RYDE SHOT-gun
RYDE SHOT-gun
Definition
To sit in the front passenger seat of a car, next to the driver. It is often used informally when someone calls out that they want this seat.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪd/ /ˈʃɑtˌɡən
British English
ɹˈaɪd/ /ʃˈɒtɡʌn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYDE SHOT-gun
UK
RYDE SHOT-gun
Listen in Context
Who wants to ride shotgun on the way to the beach?
I always like to ride shotgun because I get a better view.
Tom called to ride shotgun before anyone else.
If you don't hurry, someone else will ride shotgun.