How to Pronounce "parlay"
word
ˈpɑɹɫeɪ
PAR-lay
pˈɑːleɪ
PAH-lay
Definition
To use past success, money, or experience to achieve something even more valuable. In gambling, it also means to bet winnings again to try to win more.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑɹɫeɪ
British English
pˈɑːleɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-lay
UK
PAH-lay
Listen in Context
She tried to parlay her small investment into a big company.
He parlayed his sports winnings into a successful business.
Gamblers often parlay small wins into bigger bets.
She managed to parlay her summer job into a full-time position at the company.