How to Pronounce "grab at"
expression
ˈɡɹæb/ /ˈæt
GRAB-at
ɡɹˈæb/ /ˈæt
grab-AT
Definition
To quickly try to take or catch something, often with your hand, sometimes suddenly or desperately.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹæb/ /ˈæt
British English
ɡɹˈæb/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAB-at
UK
grab-AT
Listen in Context
The child grabbed at the toy on the table.
He grabbed at her hand when he slipped.
She grabbed at the rope during the climb.
He grabbed at any excuse to leave early.