How to Pronounce "middle of the road"
expression
MID-uhl uhv thuh ROHD
MID-uhl ov thuh ROHD
Definition
Describes ideas, opinions, or things that are not extreme but are moderate and try to avoid taking sides. Often used to talk about politics, music, or choices that are safe and not controversial.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪdəɫ/ /ˈəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹoʊd
British English
mˈɪdəl/ /ˈɒv/ /ðə, ði/ /ɹˈəʊd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MID-uhl uhv thuh ROHD
UK
MID-uhl ov thuh ROHD
Listen in Context
Her political views are middle of the road.
This movie is very middle of the road—not exciting, not boring.
He prefers middle of the road music.
Her ideas are pretty middle of the road, nothing too wild or risky.