How to Pronounce "at a pinch"
expression
AT uh PINCH
AT uh PINCH
Definition
Used to say that something can be done if it is really necessary, even if it is not ideal or convenient.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈpɪntʃ
British English
ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /pˈɪntʃ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT uh PINCH
UK
AT uh PINCH
Listen in Context
We only have two chairs, but at a pinch, three people could sit here.
I can lend you money at a pinch, but I would prefer not to.
We can finish the work today at a pinch, but it will be difficult.
There are extra blankets in the cupboard, so you could sleep on the sofa at a pinch.