How to Pronounce "foul play"
expression
ˈfaʊɫ/ /ˈpɫeɪ
FOUL-PLAY
fˈaʊl/ /plˈeɪ
FOUL-PLAY
Definition
'Foul play' means dishonest or criminal behavior, especially when someone is harmed or a crime such as murder is suspected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfaʊɫ/ /ˈpɫeɪ
British English
fˈaʊl/ /plˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FOUL-PLAY
UK
FOUL-PLAY
Listen in Context
The police believe there was foul play in his death.
If there is any evidence of foul play, the case will be reopened.
The detective suspected foul play after seeing the broken window.
Authorities ruled out foul play after the investigation.