How to Pronounce "fall from grace"
expression
ˈfɑɫ/, /ˈfɔɫ/ /ˈfɹəm/ /ˈɡɹeɪs
FAWL fruhm GRAYS
fˈɔːl/ /fɹˈɒm/ /ɡɹˈeɪs
FAWL from GRAYS
Definition
To lose respect, honor, or a high position, usually after doing something wrong or making a big mistake.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑɫ/, /ˈfɔɫ/ /ˈfɹəm/ /ˈɡɹeɪs
British English
fˈɔːl/ /fɹˈɒm/ /ɡɹˈeɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAWL fruhm GRAYS
UK
FAWL from GRAYS
Listen in Context
The politician had a fall from grace after his scandal became public.
The athlete suffered a fall from grace after cheating was discovered.
The company experienced a fall from grace after the financial crisis.
After years at the top, his sudden fall from grace shocked everyone.