How to Pronounce "weight against"
expression
ˈweɪt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
WAYT uh-GAYNST
wˈeɪt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
WAYT uh-GENST
Definition
To consider and compare the importance, value, or impact of one thing with another before making a decision.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪt/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
wˈeɪt/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYT uh-GAYNST
UK
WAYT uh-GENST
Listen in Context
We need to weight the costs against the benefits before investing.
Always weight the risks against the rewards in business decisions.
The judge must weight the evidence against the law.
You should really weight your options against each other before making a choice.