How to Pronounce "make the cut"
expression
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkət
MAYK thuh KUT
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈʌt
MAYK thuh KUT
Definition
To meet the required standard or criteria to be included in a group or allowed to continue in a competition. Often used when talking about selections or qualifications.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkət
British English
mˈeɪk/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈʌt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYK thuh KUT
UK
MAYK thuh KUT
Listen in Context
Only five players will make the cut for the final team.
She practiced hard, but she didn't make the cut.
Did your essay make the cut for the school newspaper?
I applied to three colleges, but only one said I made the cut.