How to Pronounce "with open arms"
expression
ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ/ /ˈoʊpən/ /ˈɑɹmz
WITH / WITH OH-puhn ARMZ
wˈɪð/ /ˈəʊpən/ /ˈɑːmz
WITH OH-puhn AHMZ
Definition
To welcome someone very warmly and happily, showing a lot of kindness and friendliness.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ/ /ˈoʊpən/ /ˈɑɹmz
British English
wˈɪð/ /ˈəʊpən/ /ˈɑːmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WITH / WITH OH-puhn ARMZ
UK
WITH OH-puhn AHMZ
Listen in Context
They welcomed us with open arms.
New students are accepted with open arms at our school.
When I came home, my family greeted me with open arms.
Don't worry—I'm sure you'll be received with open arms in your new job.