How to Pronounce "one step at a time"
expression
ˈwən/ /ˈstɛp/ /ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtaɪm
WUHN STEP AT uh-TYM
wˈɒn/ /stˈɛp/ /ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /tˈaɪm
WON STEP AT uh-TYM
Definition
This expression means doing something slowly and progressing gradually, focusing on one part or task before moving to the next. It suggests not rushing and handling challenges in manageable pieces.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwən/ /ˈstɛp/ /ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtaɪm
British English
wˈɒn/ /stˈɛp/ /ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /tˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHN STEP AT uh-TYM
UK
WON STEP AT uh-TYM
Listen in Context
You should do your homework one step at a time.
Let's learn English one step at a time.
Building a house happens one step at a time.
I know it's hard, but try to handle things one step at a time.