How to Pronounce "bring to bear"
expression
ˈbɹɪŋ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈbɛɹ
BRING tuh BAIR
bɹˈɪŋ/ /tˈuː/ /bˈeə
bring too BAIR
Definition
To use or apply something (such as effort, influence, or resources) to achieve a goal or solve a problem.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹɪŋ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈbɛɹ
British English
bɹˈɪŋ/ /tˈuː/ /bˈeə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRING tuh BAIR
UK
bring too BAIR
Listen in Context
The manager brought to bear his experience to solve the problem quickly.
We need to bring to bear all our resources for this project.
The government brought to bear new laws to control pollution.
She was able to bring to bear her negotiation skills during the meeting.