How to Pronounce "cry off"
expression
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɔf
KRYE-awf
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɒf
krye-OF
Definition
To decide not to do something you had promised or planned, especially at the last minute.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɔf
British English
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRYE-awf
UK
krye-OF
Listen in Context
Tom had to cry off from the picnic because he was sick.
I promised to help, but I can’t cry off now.
She always cries off at the last moment.
Sorry to cry off at such short notice, but something came up.