How to Pronounce "bully for you"
expression
ˈbʊɫi/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈju
BULL-ee for YOO
bˈʊli/ /fˈɔː/ /jˈuː
BULL-ee faw YOO
Definition
This is an old-fashioned or sarcastic phrase used to mean 'good for you', often when you aren't really impressed or are mocking someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbʊɫi/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈju
British English
bˈʊli/ /fˈɔː/ /jˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BULL-ee for YOO
UK
BULL-ee faw YOO
Listen in Context
Oh, you finished your project early? Bully for you.
You got a new bike? Bully for you.
He passed the test? Bully for you.
You want a medal or something? Bully for you.