How to Pronounce "thick and thin"
expression
ˈθɪk/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈθɪn
THIK-and-THIN or THIK-uhnd-THIN
θˈɪk/ /ˈænd/ /θˈɪn
th-IK-and-th-IN
Definition
Used to describe situations or relationships where someone stays loyal and supportive, no matter if times are good or bad.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθɪk/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈθɪn
British English
θˈɪk/ /ˈænd/ /θˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THIK-and-THIN or THIK-uhnd-THIN
UK
th-IK-and-th-IN
Listen in Context
She stood by her friend through thick and thin.
We promised to help each other in thick and thin.
Family supports you through thick and thin.
We've been friends for years and stuck together through thick and thin.