How to Pronounce "think the world of"
expression
THINGK thuh WORLD uhv
THINGK thuh WORLD ov
Definition
To have a very high opinion of someone, to admire and respect them greatly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɪŋk/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɝɫd/ /ˈəv
British English
θˈɪŋk/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɜːld/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THINGK thuh WORLD uhv
UK
THINGK thuh WORLD ov
Listen in Context
I think the world of my grandmother.
He thinks the world of his teacher.
They all think the world of their coach.
You can tell Sarah thinks the world of her little brother, she always talks about him.