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

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!