How to Pronounce "the man in the street"
expression
thuh MAN in thuh STREET
thuh MAN in thuh STREET
Definition
An ordinary person, especially someone who is not famous or powerful, representing the general public's views.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmæn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈstɹit
British English
ðə, ði/ /mˈæn/ /ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /stɹˈiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh MAN in thuh STREET
UK
thuh MAN in thuh STREET
Listen in Context
The man in the street doesn't always understand new technology.
What does the man in the street think about rising prices?
Politicians often claim to speak for the man in the street.
To be honest, the man in the street just wants a fair job and a safe home.