How to Pronounce "pry"
word
/ˈpɹaɪ/
pry
/pɹˈaɪ/
pry
Definition
To force something open, often with a tool; or to try to find out private information about someone.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹaɪ/
British English
/pɹˈaɪ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pry
UK
pry
Listen in Context
He tried to pry the box open with a screwdriver.
Don't pry into other people's lives.
She used a knife to pry the lid off the can.
Reporters always try to pry into celebrities' personal affairs.