How to Pronounce "prime of life"
expression
PRYM-uhv-LYFE
PRYM-ov-LYFE
Definition
The period in a person's life when they are at their most healthy, energetic, and capable. It usually refers to young or middle adulthood.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹaɪm/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɫaɪf
British English
pɹˈaɪm/ /ˈɒv/ /lˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRYM-uhv-LYFE
UK
PRYM-ov-LYFE
Listen in Context
He is in the prime of life and full of energy.
Many athletes reach the prime of life in their twenties.
She enjoyed traveling during the prime of life.
He was cut down in the prime of life, which shocked everyone.