How to Pronounce "drop a line"
expression
ˈdɹɑp/, /ˈdɹɔp/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫaɪn
DROP-uh-LINE
dɹˈɒp/ /æɪ/ /lˈaɪn
DROP-uh-LINE
Definition
To write a short letter, message, or email to someone, just to say hello or stay in touch.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹɑp/, /ˈdɹɔp/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫaɪn
British English
dɹˈɒp/ /æɪ/ /lˈaɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DROP-uh-LINE
UK
DROP-uh-LINE
Listen in Context
Please drop a line when you get home.
I will drop a line to my grandmother this weekend.
You can drop a line anytime you want to talk.
If you ever visit, just drop me a line and I'll show you around.