How to Pronounce "stepping stone"
expression
ˈstɛpɪŋ/ /ˈstoʊn
STEP-ing-stohn
stˈɛpɪŋ/ /stˈəʊn
STEP-ing-stohn
Definition
A stepping stone is something that helps you progress towards a larger goal, like a temporary job or experience that leads to more important opportunities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɛpɪŋ/ /ˈstoʊn
British English
stˈɛpɪŋ/ /stˈəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STEP-ing-stohn
UK
STEP-ing-stohn
Listen in Context
This job is a stepping stone to my dream career.
College is often a stepping stone to better opportunities.
Learning English can be a stepping stone to working abroad.
Internships are a great stepping stone if you want to get experience in the field.