How to Pronounce "on a tear"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ
ON-uh TAIR
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /teə
ON-uh TAIR
Definition
To be experiencing a period of repeated success, rapid progress, or good luck, especially over a short time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ
British English
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /teə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON-uh TAIR
UK
ON-uh TAIR
Listen in Context
Our basketball team is on a tear this season.
She has been on a tear at work, finishing all her projects early.
The company has been on a tear, making more money every month.
Wow, you're on a tear! Three goals in one game?