How to Pronounce "wait in the wings"
expression
ˈweɪt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɪŋz
WAYT in thuh WINGZ
wˈeɪt/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɪŋz
WAYT in thuh WINGZ
Definition
To be ready to take over or get involved when the opportunity comes, often referring to someone staying prepared but not acting yet.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɪŋz
British English
wˈeɪt/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYT in thuh WINGZ
UK
WAYT in thuh WINGZ
Listen in Context
After the manager retired, Jane was waiting in the wings to take over.
Many young leaders wait in the wings for a chance to lead.
She was waiting in the wings until the team needed her help.
Don’t worry, there’s always someone waiting in the wings to take your spot.