How to Pronounce "slipstream"
word
/sɫˈɪpstɹiːm/
SLIP-streem
/slˈɪpstɹiːm/
SLIP-streem
Definition
The area of reduced air or water pressure created behind a moving object, such as a car, bike, or boat. It can also refer to the flow that others can follow to move with less resistance.
IPA Transcription
American English
/sɫˈɪpstɹiːm/
British English
/slˈɪpstɹiːm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLIP-streem
UK
SLIP-streem
Listen in Context
Bikes can go faster when they ride in the slipstream of a car.
The boat left a clear slipstream in the water.
The racer tried to stay in the slipstream to save energy.
He took advantage of the leader’s slipstream and overtook him at the last second.