How to Pronounce "life of riley"
expression
LYFE-uhv-RY-lee
LYFE-ov-RY-lee
Definition
A very easy and comfortable life, often with few worries or problems and plenty of enjoyment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪf/ /ˈəv/ /ˈɹaɪɫi
British English
lˈaɪf/ /ˈɒv/ /ˈɹaɪli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYFE-uhv-RY-lee
UK
LYFE-ov-RY-lee
Listen in Context
After winning the lottery, he started living the life of riley.
They thought moving to the beach would mean the life of riley.
Some people seem to have the life of riley without working hard.
Ever since she retired, she's been living the life of riley—traveling and relaxing every day.