How to Pronounce "above the law"
expression
uh-BUHV thuh LAW
uh-BUV thuh LAW
Definition
If someone is "above the law," they believe or act as if the law does not apply to them, often using power or influence to avoid punishment.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɫɑ/, /ˈɫɔ
British English
əbˈʌv/ /ðə, ði/ /lˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BUHV thuh LAW
UK
uh-BUV thuh LAW
Listen in Context
No one should be above the law.
Some people act like they are above the law.
The president is not above the law.
They acted as if their wealth put them above the law.