How to Pronounce "go the distance"
expression
GOH thuh DIH-stuhns
goh dhe DIH-stuhns
Definition
To keep going and finish something, especially when it is hard or takes a long time. Often used to talk about sports, competitions, or challenging situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɪstəns
British English
ɡˈəʊ/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈɪstəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOH thuh DIH-stuhns
UK
goh dhe DIH-stuhns
Listen in Context
The runners tried to go the distance in the marathon.
It's not easy to go the distance in this job.
If you study hard, you can go the distance and finish the course.
Even when things got tough, she managed to go the distance.