How to Pronounce "trying times"
expression
ˈtɹaɪɪŋ/, /ˈtɹaɪŋ/ /ˈtaɪmz
TRY-ing TYMEZ
tɹˈaɪɪŋ/ /tˈaɪmz
try-ING TYEMZ
Definition
A period when life is especially hard, stressful, or full of challenges. It often refers to moments that test your strength and patience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹaɪɪŋ/, /ˈtɹaɪŋ/ /ˈtaɪmz
British English
tɹˈaɪɪŋ/ /tˈaɪmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRY-ing TYMEZ
UK
try-ING TYEMZ
Listen in Context
These are trying times for our community.
Families can support each other during trying times.
The company survived several trying times.
We're all doing our best to stay positive through these trying times.