How to Pronounce "mixed blessing"
expression
ˈmɪkst/ /ˈbɫɛsɪŋ
MIKST BLESS-ing
mˈɪkst/ /blˈɛsɪŋ
MIKST BLESS-ing
Definition
A situation or thing that has both good and bad parts at the same time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɪkst/ /ˈbɫɛsɪŋ
British English
mˈɪkst/ /blˈɛsɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MIKST BLESS-ing
UK
MIKST BLESS-ing
Listen in Context
Moving to a new city was a mixed blessing for her.
Having lots of free time can be a mixed blessing.
Fame is often a mixed blessing.
Getting that big promotion turned out to be a mixed blessing—more money, but way less free time.