How to Pronounce "behind the scenes"
expression
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈsinz
bee-HYND thuh SEENZ
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /ðə, ði/ /sˈiːnz
bee-HYND thuh SEENZ
Definition
Used to describe things that happen in private or out of public view, often referring to the hidden work or processes that make something happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
bɪˈhaɪnd/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈsinz
British English
bɪhˈaɪnd/ /ðə, ði/ /sˈiːnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bee-HYND thuh SEENZ
UK
bee-HYND thuh SEENZ
Listen in Context
Many people work behind the scenes to make the show possible.
She prefers to help behind the scenes instead of being on stage.
The director did a lot behind the scenes to prepare the movie.
You'll be surprised at what really goes on behind the scenes in politics.