How to Pronounce "rough sledding"
expression
ˈɹəf/ /ˈsɫɛdɪŋ
RUHF SLED-ing
ɹˈʌf/ /slˈɛdɪŋ
RUHF SLED-ing
Definition
A period or situation that is very difficult or challenging to get through.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹəf/ /ˈsɫɛdɪŋ
British English
ɹˈʌf/ /slˈɛdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUHF SLED-ing
UK
RUHF SLED-ing
Listen in Context
We had rough sledding during the winter months.
The team faced rough sledding after losing their coach.
After the accident, recovery was rough sledding.
"It was rough sledding getting my business off the ground, but it paid off in the end."