How to Pronounce "poised for"
expression
ˈpɔɪzd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
POYZD for
pˈɔɪzd/ /fˈɔː
POYZD faw
Definition
Ready and in the right position to do something or for something to happen, usually something significant or important.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔɪzd/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
pˈɔɪzd/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POYZD for
UK
POYZD faw
Listen in Context
The company is poised for expansion this year.
She was poised for her big interview.
The team is poised for victory.
After months of practice, he's poised for a breakthrough.