How to Pronounce "cry foul"
expression
KRY FOWL
k-RY f-OWL
Definition
To publicly complain or protest that something is unfair, dishonest, or against the rules, especially in sports, competitions, or business.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɹaɪ/ /ˈfaʊɫ
British English
kɹˈaɪ/ /fˈaʊl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KRY FOWL
UK
k-RY f-OWL
Listen in Context
The team cried foul after the referee gave a red card.
She cried foul when her idea was ignored in the meeting.
Many fans cried foul over the judge's decision.
Small businesses cried foul when the new law raised taxes.