How to Pronounce "bide"
word
ˈbaɪd
BYDE
bˈaɪd
BYDE
Definition
To wait patiently for the right opportunity or moment, often with a sense of purpose.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪd
British English
bˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BYDE
UK
BYDE
Listen in Context
He decided to bide his time before asking for a promotion.
Sometimes you need to bide your time and wait for things to get better.
The cat seemed to bide in the corner, watching the mouse.
I’m just going to bide my time until the perfect job comes along.