How to Pronounce "fact of life"
expression
FAKT-uhv-LYFE
FAKT-ov-LYFE
Definition
Something that cannot be changed, even if it may be unpleasant. It often refers to basic truths or realities about life.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfækt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɫaɪf
British English
fˈækt/ /ˈɒv/ /lˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAKT-uhv-LYFE
UK
FAKT-ov-LYFE
Listen in Context
Moving away from home is a fact of life for many students.
It's a fact of life that everyone gets older.
Losing sometimes is just a fact of life.
Bills are just another fact of life you can't avoid.