How to Pronounce "skate by"
expression
ˈskeɪt/ /ˈbaɪ
SKAYT BYE
skˈeɪt/ /bˈaɪ
sk-AYT by
Definition
To get through a situation or task with minimal effort, just enough to manage or avoid trouble.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskeɪt/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
skˈeɪt/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKAYT BYE
UK
sk-AYT by
Listen in Context
He always tries to skate by in class without doing the homework.
You can't just skate by at your new job; you need to show effort.
Some students try to skate by with the lowest passing grade.
She managed to skate by without anyone noticing she forgot the meeting.