How to Pronounce "tough break"
expression
TUHF BRAYK
TUHF BRAYK
Definition
An expression used to sympathize with someone when something unfortunate or unlucky happens to them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtəf/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
tˈʌf/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUHF BRAYK
UK
TUHF BRAYK
Listen in Context
That's a tough break. You studied hard for the test.
He missed the train—what a tough break!
It rained on their wedding day—tough break.
Didn't get the job? Tough break, but you'll find something better!