How to Pronounce "a free hand"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfɹi/ /ˈhænd
uh FREE HAND
æɪ/ /fɹˈiː/ /hˈænd
uh free HAND
Definition
To have the complete freedom or permission to do something in the way you think is best, without restrictions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈfɹi/ /ˈhænd
British English
æɪ/ /fɹˈiː/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh FREE HAND
UK
uh free HAND
Listen in Context
She was given a free hand to decorate the office.
The manager has a free hand in choosing the team members.
You will have a free hand on this project.
The boss told me, "You have a free hand—do whatever you need to get the job done."