How to Pronounce "on a power trip"
expression
ON uh POW-er trip
ON uh POW-uh trip
Definition
If someone is "on a power trip," they are using their authority or control in an overly aggressive, bossy, or arrogant way, usually to feel important or superior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpaʊɝ/ /ˈtɹɪp
British English
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /pˈaʊɐ/ /tɹˈɪp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON uh POW-er trip
UK
ON uh POW-uh trip
Listen in Context
The new manager is on a power trip and makes everyone follow strict rules.
Sometimes teachers go on a power trip when students don’t listen.
Don’t go on a power trip just because you’re the group leader.
Ever since he got promoted, he’s been on a power trip at work.