How to Pronounce "the name of the game"
expression
thuh NAM uhv thuh GAME
thuh NAME ov thuh GAME
Definition
The main point, essential element, or most important aspect of a situation or activity. It tells what really matters or what someone should focus on.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈneɪm/ /ˈəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɡeɪm
British English
ðə, ði/ /nˈeɪm/ /ˈɒv/ /ðə, ði/ /ɡˈeɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh NAM uhv thuh GAME
UK
thuh NAME ov thuh GAME
Listen in Context
Teamwork is the name of the game in this company.
In basketball, speed is the name of the game.
Patience is the name of the game when learning a new skill.
At the end of the day, saving money is the name of the game.