How to Pronounce "sigh of relief"
expression
SY-uhv ri-LEEF
SY-ov ri-LEEF
Definition
A long breath out that you make when you suddenly feel calm or happy because a stressful or worrying situation is over.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsaɪ/ /ˈəv/ /ɹiˈɫif/, /ɹɪˈɫif
British English
sˈaɪ/ /ˈɒv/ /ɹɪlˈiːf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SY-uhv ri-LEEF
UK
SY-ov ri-LEEF
Listen in Context
He let out a sigh of relief when he finished his exam.
We all gave a sigh of relief when the storm passed.
Mom breathed a sigh of relief when she found her keys.
After waiting hours for the news, everyone let out a big sigh of relief.