How to Pronounce "a sleeping giant"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈsɫipɪŋ/ /ˈdʒaɪənt
uh SLEE-ping JY-uhnt
æɪ/ /slˈiːpɪŋ/ /dʒˈaɪənt
uh SLEEP-ing JY-uhnt
Definition
A 'sleeping giant' is something or someone with great power or potential that is not currently active, but could have a strong impact if awakened or activated.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈsɫipɪŋ/ /ˈdʒaɪənt
British English
æɪ/ /slˈiːpɪŋ/ /dʒˈaɪənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh SLEE-ping JY-uhnt
UK
uh SLEEP-ing JY-uhnt
Listen in Context
China was once considered a sleeping giant in the world economy.
Our team is a sleeping giant that can win if we work hard.
India is often called a sleeping giant because of its huge population and resources.
You don't want to wake a sleeping giant—her skills are amazing once she's motivated.