Cómo Pronunciar "at pains"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈpeɪnz
AT PAYNZ
ˈæt/ /pˈeɪnz
AT PAYNZ
Definición
If you are 'at pains' to do something, you are making a special effort or trying very hard to make sure something happens or is understood.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈæt/ /ˈpeɪnz
Inglés Británico
ˈæt/ /pˈeɪnz
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
AT PAYNZ
UK
AT PAYNZ
Escucha en Contexto
She was at pains to explain the rules clearly.
He is at pains to make everyone feel welcome.
Teachers are at pains to help students succeed.
I was at pains to stress that I had nothing to do with the decision.