How to Pronounce "toss up"
expression
ˈtɔs/ /ˈəp
TAWSS-uhp
tˈɒs/ /ˈʌp
TOSS-up
Definition
A 'toss up' is a situation where the outcome is so close or uncertain that it could go either way, like flipping a coin.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɔs/ /ˈəp
British English
tˈɒs/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAWSS-uhp
UK
TOSS-up
Listen in Context
It's a toss up who will win the game.
The election is a real toss up this year.
It's a toss up between pizza and burgers for dinner.
Honestly, it's a toss up whether I'll go out tonight or just stay home.