How to Pronounce "at a loss"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɔs
AT-uh-LAWSS
ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /lˈɒs
AT-uh-LOSS
Definition
To be confused or unsure about what to do or say, often because a situation is surprising or difficult.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫɔs
British English
ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /lˈɒs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT-uh-LAWSS
UK
AT-uh-LOSS
Listen in Context
She was at a loss when she lost her keys.
I'm at a loss for words.
The question was so difficult that he was at a loss.
"I'm really at a loss here—what should we do next?"