How to Pronounce "at play"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈpɫeɪ
AT-PLAY
ˈæt/ /plˈeɪ
AT-PLAY
Definition
'At play' means something is happening, active, or having an effect, especially as a factor influencing a situation. It can also literally mean 'playing.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈpɫeɪ
British English
ˈæt/ /plˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT-PLAY
UK
AT-PLAY
Listen in Context
There are many factors at play in this decision.
The children are at play in the park.
We must consider all the emotions at play here.
There's more at play than meets the eye.