How to Pronounce "the survival of the fittest"
expression
thuh sur-VY-vuhl uhv thuh FIT-uhst
thuh suh-VY-vuhl ov thuh FIT-uhst
Definition
This expression means that only the strongest, most adaptable, or best suited individuals, groups, or ideas will succeed or continue, especially in tough or competitive situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /sɝˈvaɪvəɫ/ /ˈəv/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfɪtəst
British English
ðə, ði/ /səvˈaɪvəl/ /ˈɒv/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈɪtəst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh sur-VY-vuhl uhv thuh FIT-uhst
UK
thuh suh-VY-vuhl ov thuh FIT-uhst
Listen in Context
In nature, the survival of the fittest decides which animals live or die.
They believe business is all about the survival of the fittest.
The survival of the fittest favors those who can adapt quickly.
In tough times, it's really the survival of the fittest out there.