How to Pronounce "zero in"
expression
ˈziɹoʊ/, /ˈzɪɹoʊ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
ZEE-roh IN, ZIH-roh IN
zˈiəɹəʊ/ /ˈɪn
ZEE-ruh IN
Definition
To give your full attention to a particular subject, target, or goal. It can also mean to physically aim at something very precisely.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈziɹoʊ/, /ˈzɪɹoʊ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
zˈiəɹəʊ/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ZEE-roh IN, ZIH-roh IN
UK
ZEE-ruh IN
Listen in Context
Let's zero in on the main issue.
The scientists zeroed in on a possible cure.
The camera zeroed in on the actor’s face.
She really zeroed in on what needed to change.