How to Pronounce "different drummer"
expression
ˈdɪfɝənt/, /ˈdɪfɹənt/ /ˈdɹəmɝ
DIF-er-uhnt DRUM-er
dˈɪfɹənt/ /dɹˈʌmɐ
DIF-ruhnt DRUM-uh
Definition
Someone who acts or thinks in their own unique way, not following what others do or expect. Used to describe a person who is independent-minded and unconventional.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪfɝənt/, /ˈdɪfɹənt/ /ˈdɹəmɝ
British English
dˈɪfɹənt/ /dɹˈʌmɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIF-er-uhnt DRUM-er
UK
DIF-ruhnt DRUM-uh
Listen in Context
He is a different drummer who always has his own ideas.
Sarah marches to the beat of a different drummer at work.
People say Tom is a different drummer, but he is happy that way.
Ever since high school, Jen has been a different drummer and never cares what’s popular.