Como Pronunciar "explain away"
expression
iks-PLAYN uh-WAY
eks-PLAYN uh-WAY
Definição
To try to make something seem less important or serious by giving excuses or reasons, often to avoid blame or responsibility.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ɪksˈpɫeɪn/ /əˈweɪ
Inglês Britânico
ɛksplˈeɪn/ /ɐwˈeɪ
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
iks-PLAYN uh-WAY
UK
eks-PLAYN uh-WAY
Ouça em Contexto
He tried to explain away his mistake to the teacher.
Don't try to explain away the problem.
She couldn't explain away why she was late.
He always tries to explain away his bad grades, but the truth is he never studies.