How to Pronounce "tough break"
expression
ˈtəf/ /ˈbɹeɪk
TUHF BRAYK
tˈʌf/ /bɹˈeɪk
TUHF BRAYK
Definition
An expression used to sympathize with someone when something unfortunate or unlucky happens to them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtəf/ /ˈbɹeɪk
British English
tˈʌf/ /bɹˈeɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TUHF BRAYK
UK
TUHF BRAYK
Listen in Context
That's a tough break. You studied hard for the test.
He missed the train—what a tough break!
It rained on their wedding day—tough break.
Didn't get the job? Tough break, but you'll find something better!