How to Pronounce "bridge over troubled waters"
expression
BRIJ-oh-ver-TRUH-buhld-WAW-terz
bri-JOH-vuh-TRUB-uhld-WAW-terz
Definition
A 'bridge over troubled waters' is something or someone that gives support, comfort, or help during a difficult or stressful time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɹɪdʒ/ /ˈoʊvɝ/ /ˈtɹəbəɫd/ /ˈwɔtɝz
British English
bɹˈɪdʒ/ /ˈəʊvɐ/ /tɹˈʌbəld/ /wˈɔːtəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BRIJ-oh-ver-TRUH-buhld-WAW-terz
UK
bri-JOH-vuh-TRUB-uhld-WAW-terz
Listen in Context
My friend was a bridge over troubled waters when I lost my job.
Listening to music can be a bridge over troubled waters in stressful times.
Her kind words were like a bridge over troubled waters after my bad day.
Whenever you need someone, I'll be your bridge over troubled waters.