How to Pronounce "take a shot at"
expression
TAYK uh SHAWT at
TAYK uh SHOT at
Definition
To try to do something, often when you are not sure if you will succeed. It can also mean to attempt something for the first time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃɑt/ /ˈæt
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈɒt/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK uh SHAWT at
UK
TAYK uh SHOT at
Listen in Context
I want to take a shot at painting this weekend.
She decided to take a shot at cooking a new recipe.
Can I take a shot at answering that question?
I've never played chess, but I'll take a shot at it.