How to Pronounce "a grip on"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡɹɪp/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
uh GRIP-ahn
æɪ/ /ɡɹˈɪp/ /ˈɒn
uh GRIP-on
Definition
To have power, control, or understanding of something. Often used for managing emotions, situations, or practical matters.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡɹɪp/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
æɪ/ /ɡɹˈɪp/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh GRIP-ahn
UK
uh GRIP-on
Listen in Context
I finally got a grip on my finances.
She's trying to keep a grip on her emotions.
Do you have a grip on this new software?
It's hard to get a grip on everything when life gets busy.