How to Pronounce "not shed a tear"
expression
NAHT SHED uh-TEER
NOT SHED uh-TEH-uh
Definition
To not cry or show sadness, especially in situations where people might expect you to be upset or emotional.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑt/ /ˈʃɛd/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɛɹ/, /ˈtɪɹ
British English
nˈɒt/ /ʃˈɛd/ /æɪ/ /teə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAHT SHED uh-TEER
UK
NOT SHED uh-TEH-uh
Listen in Context
She did not shed a tear at the funeral.
He did not shed a tear when he lost the game.
When their dog ran away, they did not shed a tear.
He acted so tough—he did not shed a tear through the whole breakup.