How to Pronounce "have a rough time"
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹəf/ /ˈtaɪm
HAV-uh-ruhf-TIME
hæv/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈʌf/ /tˈaɪm
hav-uh-ruff-TIME
Definition
To experience a period that is difficult, stressful, or unhappy because of problems or challenges.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹəf/ /ˈtaɪm
British English
hæv/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈʌf/ /tˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV-uh-ruhf-TIME
UK
hav-uh-ruff-TIME
Listen in Context
She is having a rough time at work these days.
Many families have a rough time in winter because of the cold.
He had a rough time after moving to a new city.
I've really had a rough time lately, but things are getting better now.