How to Pronounce "in the blood"
expression
IN-thuh-BLUHD
in-thuh-BLUD
Definition
If something is "in the blood," it means a quality, talent, or characteristic is an innate part of someone, as if they were born with it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɫəd
British English
ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /blˈʌd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-thuh-BLUHD
UK
in-thuh-BLUD
Listen in Context
Music is in the blood in their family.
Being a teacher is in the blood for her.
His love of soccer is in the blood.
"You dance so well!" "Thanks, I guess it's in the blood."