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Como Pronunciar "wait in the wings"

expression

WAYT in thuh WINGZ
WAYT in thuh WINGZ

Definição

To be ready to take over or get involved when the opportunity comes, often referring to someone staying prepared but not acting yet.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˈweɪt/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɪŋz

Inglês Britânico

wˈeɪt/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɪŋz

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

WAYT in thuh WINGZ

UK

WAYT in thuh WINGZ

Ouça em Contexto

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.