How to Pronounce "gain time"
expression
ˈɡeɪn/ /ˈtaɪm
GAIN TIME
ɡˈeɪn/ /tˈaɪm
gain TIME
Definition
To delay or extend a situation in order to have more time to prepare, think, or wait for something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡeɪn/ /ˈtaɪm
British English
ɡˈeɪn/ /tˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAIN TIME
UK
gain TIME
Listen in Context
He asked more questions to gain time.
She tried to gain time before giving her answer.
We need to gain time until help arrives.
He started telling stories just to gain time while he waited for his friend.