How to Pronounce "under pressure"
expression
ˈəndɝ/ /ˈpɹɛʃɝ
UN-der PRESH-er
ˈʌndɐ/ /pɹˈɛʃɐ
UN-duh PRESH-uh
Definition
Experiencing stress, urgency, or difficulty, often because of deadlines, expectations, or difficult situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəndɝ/ /ˈpɹɛʃɝ
British English
ˈʌndɐ/ /pɹˈɛʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UN-der PRESH-er
UK
UN-duh PRESH-uh
Listen in Context
She works well under pressure.
Many students feel under pressure before exams.
He doesn't like making decisions under pressure.
We’re really under pressure to finish this project on time.