How to Pronounce "carry the day"
expression
KAIR-ee thuh DAY
KAIR-ee thuh DAY
Definition
To win or succeed, especially in a challenging situation or competition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdeɪ
British English
kˈæɹi/ /ðə, ði/ /dˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAIR-ee thuh DAY
UK
KAIR-ee thuh DAY
Listen in Context
After a long debate, her arguments carried the day.
His team worked hard to carry the day in the competition.
In the end, her ideas carried the day.
Many doubted the team, but their spirit carried the day.