How to Pronounce "in the making"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmeɪkɪŋ
IN-thuh-MAY-king
ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈeɪkɪŋ
IN-thuh-MAY-king
Definition
Used to describe something that is developing or being created, but not finished yet. It often suggests potential for growth, achievement, or eventual completion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈmeɪkɪŋ
British English
ˈɪn/ /ðə, ði/ /mˈeɪkɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-thuh-MAY-king
UK
IN-thuh-MAY-king
Listen in Context
She is a great artist in the making.
This plan is a solution in the making.
Change is in the making at the company.
That kid is a superstar in the making—just wait and see!