How to Pronounce "a milestone in your life"
expression
uh MILE-stohn in your LIFE
uh MILE-stohn in your LIFE
Definition
A very important event, achievement, or stage that marks a significant change or progress in your life, such as graduating, getting married, or starting a new job.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈmaɪɫˌstoʊn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈɫaɪf
British English
æɪ/ /mˈaɪlstəʊn/ /ˈɪn/ /jˈɔː/ /lˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh MILE-stohn in your LIFE
UK
uh MILE-stohn in your LIFE
Listen in Context
Graduating from university was a milestone in your life.
Getting your first job can be a milestone in your life.
Marriage is often considered a milestone in your life.
Moving abroad for the first time was truly a milestone in your life.