How to Pronounce "falling out"
expression
ˈfɑɫɪŋ/ /ˈaʊt
FAW-ling owt
fˈɔːlɪŋ/ /ˈaʊt
FAW-ling owt
Definition
A 'falling out' is a serious disagreement or argument between people who were previously friendly, often causing a break in the relationship.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɑɫɪŋ/ /ˈaʊt
British English
fˈɔːlɪŋ/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAW-ling owt
UK
FAW-ling owt
Listen in Context
They had a falling out over money.
After the falling out, they stopped talking.
The sisters had a big falling out last year.
We had a little falling out, but we're friends again now.