How to Pronounce "turn the tide"
expression
ˈtɝn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtaɪd
TURN thuh TYDE
tˈɜːn/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈaɪd
TURN thuh TYDE
Definition
To reverse a situation so that things start to go in a different, often more favorable, direction. Typically used when a negative situation begins to improve.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtaɪd
British English
tˈɜːn/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TURN thuh TYDE
UK
TURN thuh TYDE
Listen in Context
A new strategy helped the team turn the tide of the game.
The medicine helped doctors finally turn the tide against the disease.
More support from volunteers could turn the tide for the charity.
It seemed impossible at first, but one good idea was enough to turn the tide.