How to Pronounce "the thing is"
expression
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈθɪŋ/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz
thuh-THING-iz
ðə, ði/ /θˈɪŋ/ /ˈɪz
thuh-THING-iz
Definition
A phrase used to introduce the main point or a problem, especially before explaining your real reason or opinion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈθɪŋ/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz
British English
ðə, ði/ /θˈɪŋ/ /ˈɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh-THING-iz
UK
thuh-THING-iz
Listen in Context
The thing is, I don't have any money left.
The thing is, I forgot to call her back.
The thing is, it's too late to go out now.
I'd love to help, but the thing is, I'm already busy tonight.