How to Pronounce "beat the drum for"
expression
BEET thuh DRUM for
BEET thuh DRUM faw
Definition
To actively support or publicly promote something, especially in a very enthusiastic or persistent way. Often used for causes, policies, or ideas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbit/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɹəm/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
bˈiːt/ /ðə, ði/ /dɹˈʌm/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEET thuh DRUM for
UK
BEET thuh DRUM faw
Listen in Context
The politician beat the drum for free education.
They beat the drum for recycling in their town.
She's been beating the drum for sustainable fashion for years.
He always beats the drum for animal rights in meetings.