How to Pronounce "carry a torch"
expression
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɔɹtʃ
KAIR-ee uh TORCH
kˈæɹi/ /æɪ/ /tˈɔːtʃ
KAIR-ee uh TAWRCH
Definition
To be secretly or unrequitedly in love with someone, often for a long time, especially after the relationship has ended or if the love is not returned.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɔɹtʃ
British English
kˈæɹi/ /æɪ/ /tˈɔːtʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAIR-ee uh TORCH
UK
KAIR-ee uh TAWRCH
Listen in Context
He still carries a torch for his high school girlfriend.
Many people carry a torch for someone who doesn't love them back.
Do you still carry a torch for your ex?
After all these years, she can't help but carry a torch for him.