How to Pronounce "if anything"
expression
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈɛniˌθɪŋ
if EN-ee-thing
ˈɪf/ /ˈɛnɪθˌɪŋ
if EN-ih-thing
Definition
A phrase used to show that something is, if at all, only a little or in the opposite direction than expected. It often suggests a slight change or even the opposite situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈɛniˌθɪŋ
British English
ˈɪf/ /ˈɛnɪθˌɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
if EN-ee-thing
UK
if EN-ih-thing
Listen in Context
She isn't angry. If anything, she's relieved.
The weather is not colder today. If anything, it feels warmer.
The test was not difficult. If anything, it was quite easy.
He's not getting worse. If anything, his health is improving.