How to Pronounce "rise to"
expression
ˈɹaɪz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
RYZ to, RYZ tuh, RYZ ti
ɹˈaɪz/ /tˈuː
RYZ TOO
Definition
To successfully deal with or respond to a challenge, opportunity, or difficult situation. It means meeting the demands of a task or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
ɹˈaɪz/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYZ to, RYZ tuh, RYZ ti
UK
RYZ TOO
Listen in Context
She was able to rise to the challenge at her new job.
Can you rise to the occasion when things get tough?
They needed to rise to their responsibilities.
When everyone doubted her, she managed to rise to the occasion and impress them all.