How to Pronounce "be in for"
expression
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
BEE-in-for
bˈiː/ /ˈɪn/ /fˈɔː
BEE-in-for
Definition
To be about to experience something, usually something difficult, surprising, or important.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
bˈiː/ /ˈɪn/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
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UK
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Listen in Context
You are in for a long wait at the doctor’s office.
They are in for a big surprise when they see the new house.
If you don't study, you are in for trouble on the test.
Buckle up—we are in for a bumpy ride!