How to Pronounce "go to the expense"
expression
GOH tuh thuh ik-SPENS
goh tuh the ek-SPENS
Definition
To spend money, usually a significant amount, especially when choosing to pay for something extra or special.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡoʊ/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ɪkˈspɛns
British English
ɡˈəʊ/ /tˈuː/ /ðə, ði/ /ɛkspˈɛns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GOH tuh thuh ik-SPENS
UK
goh tuh the ek-SPENS
Listen in Context
We didn't go to the expense of buying a new car.
Before you go to the expense of repairs, get another opinion.
They didn't go to the expense of decorating the whole house.
I wouldn't go to the expense unless it's really necessary.