How to Pronounce "the big picture"
expression
thuh BIG PIK-chur
thuh BIG PIK-chuh
Definition
The overall view or most important perspective of a situation, not just the small details.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɪɡ/ /ˈpɪktʃɝ
British English
ðə, ði/ /bˈɪɡ/ /pˈɪktʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh BIG PIK-chur
UK
thuh BIG PIK-chuh
Listen in Context
Try to focus on the big picture instead of small problems.
She always thinks about the big picture at work.
We need to see the big picture before making a decision.
You keep worrying about tiny mistakes—try stepping back and looking at the big picture.