How to Pronounce "sorry you asked"
expression
ˈsɑɹi/ /ˈju/ /ˈæskt/, /ˈæst
SAR-ee yoo ASKT
sˈɒɹi/ /jˈuː/ /ˈɑːskt
SOR-ee yoo AHRSKT
Definition
An informal expression used when someone gives a longer, more complicated, or uncomfortable answer than expected, usually in response to a personal or awkward question.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɑɹi/ /ˈju/ /ˈæskt/, /ˈæst
British English
sˈɒɹi/ /jˈuː/ /ˈɑːskt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SAR-ee yoo ASKT
UK
SOR-ee yoo AHRSKT
Listen in Context
That's a long story—sorry you asked!
I told you everything. Sorry you asked?
After hearing my answer, you'll be sorry you asked.
Honestly, my day was terrible—bet you're sorry you asked now!