How to Pronounce "tools of trade"
expression
TOOLZ-uhv-TRADE
TOOLZ-ov-TRADE
Definition
'Tools of trade' refers to the equipment, instruments, or items needed to perform a specific job or profession. It can mean literal tools (like a chef’s knife) or essential skills and resources for a job.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtuɫz/ /ˈəv/ /ˈtɹeɪd
British English
tˈuːlz/ /ˈɒv/ /tɹˈeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOOLZ-uhv-TRADE
UK
TOOLZ-ov-TRADE
Listen in Context
A stethoscope is one of the tools of trade for a doctor.
Painters use brushes and colors as their tools of trade.
A laptop is a key tool of trade for many office workers.
Social skills are part of the tools of trade for a good salesperson.