How to Pronounce "cry it out"
expression
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈaʊt
KRY it OWT
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈaʊt
kry it OWT
Definition
To allow yourself (or someone, especially a baby) to cry until all the feelings come out, or until the person calms down without being comforted immediately.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈaʊt
British English
kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɪt/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRY it OWT
UK
kry it OWT
Listen in Context
Some parents believe it is best to let their baby cry it out at bedtime.
He needed to cry it out after hearing the sad news.
She let her son cry it out before hugging him.
Sometimes you just have to cry it out to feel better.