How to Pronounce "take the plunge"
expression
TAYK thuh PLUNJ
TAYK thuh PLUNJ
Definition
To make a big decision or do something important or risky, usually after thinking about it for a while.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpɫəndʒ
British English
tˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /plˈʌndʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK thuh PLUNJ
UK
TAYK thuh PLUNJ
Listen in Context
She decided to take the plunge and study abroad.
After years of saving, I finally took the plunge and bought a house.
Are you ready to take the plunge and start your own business?
He was nervous about asking her out, but his friends told him to just take the plunge.