How to Pronounce "step down"
expression
ˈstɛp/ /ˈdaʊn
STEP-down
stˈɛp/ /dˈaʊn
STEP-down
Definition
To officially leave a high position or job, often to let someone else take over. Sometimes also means moving down to a lower level or status.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɛp/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
stˈɛp/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STEP-down
UK
STEP-down
Listen in Context
The manager will step down next month.
She decided to step down from her position.
After twenty years, he will finally step down as principal.
The coach announced he would step down at the end of the season.