How to Pronounce "get the nod"
expression
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈnɑd
GETH-thuh-NAHD
ɡˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈɒd
get-thuh-NOD
Definition
To be chosen or given approval, especially for a job, position, or opportunity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɛt/, /ˈɡɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈnɑd
British English
ɡˈɛt/ /ðə, ði/ /nˈɒd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GETH-thuh-NAHD
UK
get-thuh-NOD
Listen in Context
She was happy to get the nod for the new project.
Only one player will get the nod to play in the final game.
Did you get the nod for the promotion?
After weeks of waiting, he finally got the nod to lead the team.