How to Pronounce "at random"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈɹændəm
AT RAN-duhm
ˈæt/ /ɹˈændəm
AT RAN-duhm
Definition
If something happens or is chosen "at random," it occurs without any specific order, plan, or pattern. It is done by chance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈɹændəm
British English
ˈæt/ /ɹˈændəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT RAN-duhm
UK
AT RAN-duhm
Listen in Context
They picked a name at random from the hat.
The books were arranged at random on the shelf.
Choose a card at random from the deck.
The winners were drawn at random, so everyone had a fair chance.