How to Pronounce "alive and kicking"
expression
uh-LYV and KIK-ing
uh-LYV and KIK-ing
Definition
This expression means someone or something is still active, in good health, or functioning well, even after difficulties or a long time.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈɫaɪv/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈkɪkɪŋ
British English
ɐlˈaɪv/ /ˈænd/ /kˈɪkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-LYV and KIK-ing
UK
uh-LYV and KIK-ing
Listen in Context
After her surgery, she's alive and kicking.
The old dog is still alive and kicking.
That tradition is alive and kicking after all these years.
"Wow, aren't you supposed to be tired? You look alive and kicking!"