How to Pronounce "the blues"
expression
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɫuz
thuh BLOOZ
ðə, ði/ /blˈuːz
thuh BLOOZ
Definition
A feeling of sadness or depression, usually for a short period; also, a style of music with roots in African-American history.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈbɫuz
British English
ðə, ði/ /blˈuːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh BLOOZ
UK
thuh BLOOZ
Listen in Context
Sometimes I get the blues on rainy days.
Listening to the blues can help you relax.
After the holidays, many people feel the blues.
"Why so down?" "Just got the blues, that's all."