How to Pronounce "it figures"
expression
ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈfɪɡjɝz
it FIG-yerz
ˈɪt/ /fˈɪɡəz
it FIG-uhz
Definition
Used to say that something is not surprising or makes sense based on the situation, often when something disappointing or expected happens.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈfɪɡjɝz
British English
ˈɪt/ /fˈɪɡəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
it FIG-yerz
UK
it FIG-uhz
Listen in Context
"It's raining again." "It figures. We always have bad weather on weekends."
She forgot my birthday again? It figures.
He was late to the meeting? It figures; he's always late.
You lost your keys again? It figures with how distracted you are.