How to Pronounce "zip by"
expression
ˈzɪp/ /ˈbaɪ
ZIP-bye
zˈɪp/ /bˈaɪ
ZIP-bye
Definition
To move past very quickly or suddenly, often so fast that it is barely noticed. It can be used both for physical movement or time passing quickly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈzɪp/ /ˈbaɪ
British English
zˈɪp/ /bˈaɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ZIP-bye
UK
ZIP-bye
Listen in Context
I saw a red car zip by on the highway.
The children zipped by on their bikes.
Three buses zipped by while we waited.
This year has just zipped by—I can't believe it's almost over.