How to Pronounce "spot of bother"
expression
SPAHT-uhv-BAH-thur
SPOT-uhv-BOTH-uh
Definition
A 'spot of bother' is a mild or temporary problem or difficulty, often used in a lighthearted or understated way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɑt/ /ˈəv/ /ˈbɑðɝ
British English
spˈɒt/ /ˈɒv/ /bˈɒðɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPAHT-uhv-BAH-thur
UK
SPOT-uhv-BOTH-uh
Listen in Context
He had a spot of bother with his car this morning.
We ran into a spot of bother finding the place.
Don't worry, it's just a spot of bother.
Looks like we've got a spot of bother with the Wi-Fi again.