How to Pronounce "trials and tribulations"
expression
TRY-ulz and TRI-byuh-LAY-shunz
TRY-ulz and tri-byuh-LAY-shunz
Definition
This phrase refers to difficult experiences, challenges, or tough situations that someone faces, especially over a period of time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹaɪəɫz/, /ˈtɹaɪɫz/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˌtɹɪbjəˈɫeɪʃənz
British English
tɹˈaɪəlz/ /ˈænd/ /tɹˌɪbjʊlˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRY-ulz and TRI-byuh-LAY-shunz
UK
TRY-ulz and tri-byuh-LAY-shunz
Listen in Context
We've all got our own trials and tribulations in life.
Despite all the trials and tribulations, she never gave up hope.
She faced many trials and tribulations during her journey.
After all the trials and tribulations, he finally succeeded.