How to Pronounce "a long shot"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈʃɑt
uh LONG-shot
æɪ/ /lˈɒŋ/ /ʃˈɒt
uh LONG-shot
Definition
An attempt or possibility that has very little chance of success.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɔŋ/ /ˈʃɑt
British English
æɪ/ /lˈɒŋ/ /ʃˈɒt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh LONG-shot
UK
uh LONG-shot
Listen in Context
It's a long shot, but I hope to win the lottery.
Getting this job is a long shot, but I'll apply anyway.
Beating the champion is a long shot for our team.
It might be a long shot, but why not give it a try?