"tough on" 怎么发音
expression
TUHF-awn
TUHF-on
释义
To be strict, harsh, or not gentle with someone or something; often used when talking about rules, punishment, or discipline.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈtəf/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
英式英语
tˈʌf/ /ˈɒn
简化发音
美式
TUHF-awn
英式
TUHF-on
语境中听
My teacher is tough on students who cheat.
Parents should not be too tough on their children.
The new law is tough on crime.
Don’t be so tough on yourself—you did your best.