How to Pronounce "urge along"
expression
ˈɝdʒ/ /əˈɫɔŋ
URJ-uh-LAWNG
ˈɜːdʒ/ /ɐlˈɒŋ
URJ-uh-LONG
Definition
To encourage or push someone or something to move forward or proceed faster, often by giving reminders or motivation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɝdʒ/ /əˈɫɔŋ
British English
ˈɜːdʒ/ /ɐlˈɒŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
URJ-uh-LAWNG
UK
URJ-uh-LONG
Listen in Context
The teacher urged along the sleepy class to finish their work.
We need to urge along the meeting so we can leave on time.
She tried to urge along her little brother who was walking slowly.
Can you help me urge along the group? They’re moving too slowly.