How to Pronounce "a power play"
expression
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpaʊɝ/ /ˈpɫeɪ
uh POW-er play
æɪ/ /pˈaʊɐ/ /plˈeɪ
uh POW-uh play
Definition
A 'power play' is an action or strategy used by someone to gain more control, influence, or advantage over others. It is also used in sports like ice hockey when one team has more players on the field due to a penalty.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpaʊɝ/ /ˈpɫeɪ
British English
æɪ/ /pˈaʊɐ/ /plˈeɪ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh POW-er play
UK
uh POW-uh play
Listen in Context
He made a power play to become the new manager.
The coach planned a power play in the final minutes.
Getting support from the board was a power play by the CEO.
That sudden staff meeting felt like a power play by the boss.