How to Pronounce "strike a balance"
expression
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbæɫəns
STRYK-uh BAL-uhns
stɹˈaɪk/ /æɪ/ /bˈæləns
STRYK-uh BAL-uhns
Definition
To find a fair or practical way between two extremes or opposite things so that both sides are considered.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹaɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈbæɫəns
British English
stɹˈaɪk/ /æɪ/ /bˈæləns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRYK-uh BAL-uhns
UK
STRYK-uh BAL-uhns
Listen in Context
It's important to strike a balance between study and rest.
We must strike a balance between saving money and enjoying life.
Parents try to strike a balance between being strict and being kind.
It's hard to strike a balance when work gets so busy.