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UK//ˈtɪpɪŋ pɔɪnt//US//ˈtɪpɪŋ pɔɪnt//

Meaning of Tipping point

The critical moment when an event or situation begins to change significantly.

In simple words: The moment when something changes completely.

Tipping point in a sentence

  • The scientist identified the tipping point in climate change.
  • For her career, moving to New York was a tipping point.
  • The community reached a tipping point with rising crime rates.
  • The tipping point of the debate came when new evidence was presented.
  • After months of planning, they finally reached a tipping point in negotiations.

How to use Tipping point

Commonly used in discussions about social change, economics, or personal decisions. More casual than formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a full cup of water - tipping it over causes a spill.

Related words

Collocations with Tipping point

  • reach a tipping point
  • be at a tipping point
  • hit a tipping point

Synonyms for Tipping point

  • crucial moment
  • decisive point
  • turning point
  • watershed
  • breakthrough

Common mistakes with Tipping point

  • Used 'tipping point' for every type of change, instead of significant changes.
  • Confused with 'turning point', which has a slightly different meaning.
  • Overused in casual conversation where a more straightforward term would be better.

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Frequently asked questions about Tipping point

What does Tipping point mean?

The moment when something changes completely.

What is the definition of Tipping point?

The critical moment when an event or situation begins to change significantly.

How do you use Tipping point in a sentence?

The scientist identified the tipping point in climate change.

Can you give another example of Tipping point?

For her career, moving to New York was a tipping point.

What are synonyms for Tipping point?

Common alternatives include crucial moment, decisive point, turning point, watershed, breakthrough.

What words go with Tipping point?

It commonly pairs with reach a tipping point, be at a tipping point, hit a tipping point.

What are common mistakes when using Tipping point?

Used 'tipping point' for every type of change, instead of significant changes. Confused with 'turning point', which has a slightly different meaning. Overused in casual conversation where a more straightforward term would be better.

How do you pronounce Tipping point?

US: //ˈtɪpɪŋ pɔɪnt//, UK: //ˈtɪpɪŋ pɔɪnt//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Tipping point?

Commonly used in discussions about social change, economics, or personal decisions. More casual than formal contexts.