How to Pronounce "play havoc with"
expression
PLAY HAV-uhk WITH
PLAY HAV-uk WITH
Definition
To cause a lot of damage, disorder, or problems to something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈhævək/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
British English
plˈeɪ/ /hˈævək/ /wˈɪð
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY HAV-uhk WITH
UK
PLAY HAV-uk WITH
Listen in Context
Storms can play havoc with travel plans.
Cold weather can play havoc with your car battery.
The new software update played havoc with my phone.
Not sleeping well can really play havoc with your concentration.