How to Pronounce "trouble in paradise"
expression
TRUH-buhl in PAIR-uh-dys
truh-BUHL in pa-ruh-DYS
Definition
This expression is used to suggest that a relationship or situation that seemed perfect has problems or conflicts beneath the surface.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹəbəɫ/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈpɛɹəˌdaɪs
British English
tɹˈʌbəl/ /ˈɪn/ /pˈæɹədˌaɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRUH-buhl in PAIR-uh-dys
UK
truh-BUHL in pa-ruh-DYS
Listen in Context
There is trouble in paradise between Anna and Tom.
Some say the company has trouble in paradise after the merger.
If you argue a lot, it may be a sign of trouble in paradise.
Did you hear? Looks like there’s trouble in paradise for those newlyweds.