How to Pronounce "trough"
word
/ˈtɹɔf/
TRAWF
/tɹˈɒf/
TROF
Definition
A trough is a long, narrow container used to hold food or water for animals. It also means a low point, especially in graphs, weather, or economy.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɹɔf/
British English
/tɹˈɒf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRAWF
UK
TROF
Listen in Context
The cows are eating from the trough.
Please fill the water trough for the horses.
Sales hit a trough last year.
After the storm, the trough was full of rainwater.