How to Pronounce "tied down"
expression
ˈtaɪd/ /ˈdaʊn
TYDE-down
tˈaɪd/ /dˈaʊn
TYDE-down
Definition
To be unable to move freely or make independent decisions, often because of responsibilities, commitments, or relationships.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪd/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
tˈaɪd/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TYDE-down
UK
TYDE-down
Listen in Context
He doesn't want to be tied down with too many responsibilities.
She feels tied down by her job and can't travel.
Many young people don't want to get tied down in a relationship.
I've got so much work lately—I feel completely tied down.