How to Pronounce "if the shoe fits"
expression
IF thuh SHOO FITS
IF thuh SHOO FITS
Definition
Used to suggest that if a negative comment or criticism applies to someone, they should accept it and not deny it.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈʃu/ /ˈfɪts
British English
ˈɪf/ /ðə, ði/ /ʃˈuː/ /fˈɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IF thuh SHOO FITS
UK
IF thuh SHOO FITS
Listen in Context
He felt hurt, but if the shoe fits, he should think about what was said.
Don't take it personally, but if the shoe fits, you might want to change.
She got defensive after my comment—well, if the shoe fits.
I wasn’t talking about you, but if the shoe fits, then maybe it’s true.