How to Pronounce "so help me"
expression
ˈsoʊ/ /ˈhɛɫp/ /ˈmi
SOH HELP mee
sˈəʊ/ /hˈɛlp/ /mˈiː
SOH HELP mee
Definition
An expression used to emphasize a promise, threat, or statement, almost like saying 'I swear' or 'I'm telling the truth,' sometimes invoking a higher power.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsoʊ/ /ˈhɛɫp/ /ˈmi
British English
sˈəʊ/ /hˈɛlp/ /mˈiː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SOH HELP mee
UK
SOH HELP mee
Listen in Context
So help me, I will finish this project on time.
So help me, if you touch my phone again, I'll be angry.
He said, 'So help me, I didn't take your book.'
So help me, one more lie and I'm done trusting you.