How to Pronounce "trophy wife"
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Definition
A 'trophy wife' is a young, attractive woman married to a wealthy or successful man, seen as a status symbol rather than a partner chosen for love or compatibility.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹoʊfi/ /ˈwaɪf
British English
tɹˈəʊfi/ /wˈaɪf
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
Many people think she is just a trophy wife.
He married a much younger woman, and rumors call her his trophy wife.
People often judge a trophy wife for her looks instead of her personality.
Everyone at the party was staring at his new trophy wife.