How to Pronounce "hit the hay"
expression
HIT-thuh-HAY
HIT-thuh-HAY
Definition
To go to bed or go to sleep, usually after a long day. This is an informal, friendly way to say you are ready to sleep.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪt/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈheɪ
British English
hˈɪt/ /ðə, ði/ /hˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HIT-thuh-HAY
UK
HIT-thuh-HAY
Listen in Context
I'm so tired. I'm going to hit the hay.
It's late. Time to hit the hay.
She usually hits the hay at 10 p.m.
Alright guys, I'm exhausted—I'm going to hit the hay. See you tomorrow!