How to Pronounce "happy hour"
expression
ˈhæpi/ /ˈaʊɝ/, /ˈaʊɹ
HAP-ee OW-er
hˈæpi/ /ˈaʊə
HAP-ee OW-uh
Definition
A period, usually in the late afternoon or early evening, when bars or restaurants offer drinks and food at reduced prices, often to encourage more customers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæpi/ /ˈaʊɝ/, /ˈaʊɹ
British English
hˈæpi/ /ˈaʊə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAP-ee OW-er
UK
HAP-ee OW-uh
Listen in Context
Let's meet for happy hour after work.
The bar has happy hour from 5 to 7 pm.
During happy hour, drinks are cheaper.
We always catch up at happy hour on Fridays.