How to Pronounce "owe a debt of gratitude"
expression
OH uh DET uv GRAT-uh-tood
OH uh DET uhv GRAT-i-tyood
Definition
To feel deeply grateful to someone for their help or kindness, as if you have a strong obligation to thank them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdɛt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɡɹætəˌtud
British English
ˈəʊ/ /æɪ/ /dˈɛt/ /ˈɒv/ /ɡɹˈætɪtjˌuːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH uh DET uv GRAT-uh-tood
UK
OH uh DET uhv GRAT-i-tyood
Listen in Context
We owe a debt of gratitude to our teachers.
I owe a debt of gratitude to my parents for their support.
They owe a debt of gratitude to the nurse who cared for them.
Honestly, I owe a debt of gratitude to everyone who helped me through tough times.