How to Pronounce "a try at"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹaɪ/ /ˈæt
uh-TRY-at
æɪ/ /tɹˈaɪ/ /ˈæt
uh-TRY-at
Definition
An attempt to do something, especially when you are not sure if you will succeed. Used to talk about trying an activity, task, or experience at least once.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈtɹaɪ/ /ˈæt
British English
æɪ/ /tɹˈaɪ/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-TRY-at
UK
uh-TRY-at
Listen in Context
He gave a try at singing in the contest.
Have you ever made a try at learning French?
Let's give a try at baking this cake together.
I’ve always wanted to have a try at skydiving, but I’m too scared!