How to Pronounce "set the bar"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɑɹ
SET thuh BAR
sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɑː
SET thuh BAH
Definition
To establish a level of quality, achievement, or expectation that others are measured against.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɑɹ
British English
sˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /bˈɑː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET thuh BAR
UK
SET thuh BAH
Listen in Context
She worked hard and set the bar for future students.
The company set the bar with its new product.
His creativity really set the bar for others.
Wow, she really set the bar high with that performance.