How to Pronounce "tip the scale"
expression
ˈtɪp/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈskeɪɫ
TIP thuh SKAIL
tˈɪp/ /ðə, ði/ /skˈeɪl
TIP thuh SKAIL
Definition
To have a decisive effect on the outcome of something, especially when a situation could go either way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɪp/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈskeɪɫ
British English
tˈɪp/ /ðə, ði/ /skˈeɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TIP thuh SKAIL
UK
TIP thuh SKAIL
Listen in Context
One quick goal could tip the scale in the match.
Her experience might tip the scale in her favor for the job.
A small mistake could tip the scale against you.
It was the extra evidence that really tipped the scale during the trial.