How to Pronounce "strike a chord"
expression
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɔɹd
STRYKE-uh-KORD
stɹˈaɪk/ /æɪ/ /kˈɔːd
STRYKE-uh-KAWD
Definition
If something 'strikes a chord', it causes strong emotions or memories because it feels relevant or meaningful to you.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkɔɹd
British English
stɹˈaɪk/ /æɪ/ /kˈɔːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRYKE-uh-KORD
UK
STRYKE-uh-KAWD
Listen in Context
That song really strikes a chord with me.
Her story struck a chord with the audience.
The movie's message struck a chord with many people.
Your words struck a chord—I’ve felt the same way before.