How to Pronounce "pride and joy"
expression
ˈpɹaɪd/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈdʒɔɪ
PRYD and JOY
pɹˈaɪd/ /ˈænd/ /dʒˈɔɪ
pryd AND joy
Definition
A person or thing that makes someone feel very proud and happy. Often used to describe something or someone you value deeply.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹaɪd/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈdʒɔɪ
British English
pɹˈaɪd/ /ˈænd/ /dʒˈɔɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PRYD and JOY
UK
pryd AND joy
Listen in Context
My son is my pride and joy.
This painting is her pride and joy.
Their garden is their pride and joy.
That old car is his pride and joy. He takes care of it every weekend.