How to Pronounce "in effect"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈifɛkt/, /əˈfɛkt/, /ɪˈfɛkt
in uh-FEKT, in ih-FEKT, in EE-fekt
ˈɪn/ /ɪfˈɛkt
in if-EKT
Definition
Used to say what the real situation is, even if it is not officially recognized or stated; also means currently active or in force, especially for rules or laws.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈifɛkt/, /əˈfɛkt/, /ɪˈfɛkt
British English
ˈɪn/ /ɪfˈɛkt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in uh-FEKT, in ih-FEKT, in EE-fekt
UK
in if-EKT
Listen in Context
The law is still in effect.
In effect, we have no other choice.
The rule will go in effect next month.
There are new regulations, but in effect nothing has really changed.