How to Pronounce "patience is a virtue"
expression
PAY-shens iz uh VER-choo
PAY-shens iz uh VUR-choo
Definition
This saying means being patient is a valuable and admirable quality. It encourages people to wait calmly without frustration or anger.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪʃəns/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈvɝtʃu
British English
pˈeɪʃəns/ /ˈɪz/ /æɪ/ /vˈɜːtʃuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-shens iz uh VER-choo
UK
PAY-shens iz uh VUR-choo
Listen in Context
My mom always says 'patience is a virtue' when I get upset about waiting.
Remember, 'patience is a virtue' when things don't happen quickly.
Teachers often remind students that 'patience is a virtue' during exams.
I know waiting is hard, but hey, 'patience is a virtue', right?