Como Pronunciar "tick over"
expression
ˈtɪk/ /ˈoʊvɝ
TIK OH-ver
tˈɪk/ /ˈəʊvɐ
TIK OH-vuh
Definição
If something ticks over, it continues to function smoothly and steadily, often without much activity or change. It can refer to machines running quietly or a business or activity continuing without problems.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈtɪk/ /ˈoʊvɝ
Inglês Britânico
tˈɪk/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
TIK OH-ver
UK
TIK OH-vuh
Ouça em Contexto
The old car can still tick over even in winter.
The bakery just manages to tick over during the slow season.
Let the engine tick over while we check the oil.
Our project is just ticking over until we get more funding.