How to Pronounce "have a hard time"
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhɑɹd/ /ˈtaɪm
HAV uh HARD time
hæv/ /æɪ/ /hˈɑːd/ /tˈaɪm
HAV uh HAHD time
Definition
To find something difficult to do or to struggle with a task or situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhɑɹd/ /ˈtaɪm
British English
hæv/ /æɪ/ /hˈɑːd/ /tˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV uh HARD time
UK
HAV uh HAHD time
Listen in Context
She has a hard time waking up early.
I had a hard time understanding the question.
They are having a hard time finding a new apartment.
I always have a hard time saying no to my friends.