How to Pronounce "shoulder to cry on"
expression
SHOHL-der tuh KRYE on
SHOHLD-uh tuh KRYE on
Definition
A person who listens and gives comfort when someone is sad or upset.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃoʊɫdɝ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ʃˈəʊldɐ/ /tˈuː/ /kɹˈaɪ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOHL-der tuh KRYE on
UK
SHOHLD-uh tuh KRYE on
Listen in Context
When I lost my job, I needed a shoulder to cry on.
Sometimes, everyone needs a shoulder to cry on.
My best friend is always a shoulder to cry on.
If you ever need a shoulder to cry on, just call me.