How to Pronounce "hit bottom"
expression
ˈhɪt/ /ˈbɑtəm
HIT BAH-tum
hˈɪt/ /bˈɒtəm
hit BOT-um
Definition
To reach the lowest possible point, usually in a bad situation or condition, such as financially, emotionally, or in health.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪt/ /ˈbɑtəm
British English
hˈɪt/ /bˈɒtəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIT BAH-tum
UK
hit BOT-um
Listen in Context
After losing his job, he hit bottom.
Many people hit bottom before they find help.
She knew she had hit bottom when she had no place to live.
It felt like my life had hit bottom, but things slowly got better.