How to Pronounce "hard times"
expression
ˈhɑɹd/ /ˈtaɪmz
HARD tymz
hˈɑːd/ /tˈaɪmz
HAAHD tymz
Definition
A period when life is especially difficult, often because of a lack of money, trouble, or major challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɑɹd/ /ˈtaɪmz
British English
hˈɑːd/ /tˈaɪmz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HARD tymz
UK
HAAHD tymz
Listen in Context
Many families are going through hard times right now.
She lost her job and is having hard times.
People save money for hard times.
We all go through hard times, but things usually get better.