How to Pronounce "worried sick"
expression
ˈwɝid/ /ˈsɪk
WUR-eed SIK
wˈʌɹɪd/ /sˈɪk
WUH-reed SIK
Definition
Extremely anxious or very worried about something, to the point that it makes you feel physically ill.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝid/ /ˈsɪk
British English
wˈʌɹɪd/ /sˈɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUR-eed SIK
UK
WUH-reed SIK
Listen in Context
I was worried sick when you didn't come home on time.
His mom is worried sick about his health.
They were worried sick during the long storm.
I've been worried sick ever since I heard the news.