How to Pronounce "easier said than done"
expression
EE-zee-er SED than DUHN
EE-zee-uh SED than DUN
Definition
Used when something sounds simple, but is actually difficult to do.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈiziɝ/ /ˈsɛd/ /ˈðæn/, /ðən/ /ˈdən
British English
ˈiːzɪɐ/ /sˈɛd/ /ðˈɐn/ /dˈʌn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EE-zee-er SED than DUHN
UK
EE-zee-uh SED than DUN
Listen in Context
Quitting sugar is easier said than done.
Moving to a new country is easier said than done.
Eating healthy every day is easier said than done.
You think fixing this old car is simple? That’s easier said than done.