How to Pronounce "rise to the top"
expression
RYZ tuh THUH TAHp
RYZ tuh TOP
Definition
To become the most successful or achieve the highest position in an area, such as work, sports, or society.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹaɪz/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈtɑp/, /ˈtɔp
British English
ɹˈaɪz/ /tˈuː/ /ðə, ði/ /tˈɒp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RYZ tuh THUH TAHp
UK
RYZ tuh TOP
Listen in Context
She worked hard to rise to the top of her company.
Many athletes dream of rising to the top in their sport.
He wants to rise to the top of the music industry.
It took years of dedication for her to finally rise to the top.