How to Pronounce "head of steam"
expression
HED-uhv-STEEM
HED-ov-STEEM
Definition
A 'head of steam' means a strong buildup of energy, momentum, or motivation to do something, often after a slow start.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛd/ /ˈəv/ /ˈstim
British English
hˈɛd/ /ˈɒv/ /stˈiːm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HED-uhv-STEEM
UK
HED-ov-STEEM
Listen in Context
After a slow start, the team built up a head of steam and won.
She needs a head of steam to finish her project.
The company has a head of steam going into the new year.
Once the concert got a head of steam, the crowd went wild.