How to Pronounce "think on your feet"
expression
THINK on yer FEET
THINK on yaw FEET
Definition
To quickly find solutions or respond to unexpected situations without preparation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈfit
British English
θˈɪŋk/ /ˈɒn/ /jˈɔː/ /fˈiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THINK on yer FEET
UK
THINK on yaw FEET
Listen in Context
In my job, I often have to think on my feet when problems come up.
Teachers need to think on their feet when students ask unexpected questions.
Good speakers can think on their feet during a presentation.
We had a power outage, and I had to think on my feet to keep the meeting going.