Como Pronunciar "at pains"
expression
AT PAYNZ
AT PAYNZ
Definição
If you are 'at pains' to do something, you are making a special effort or trying very hard to make sure something happens or is understood.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈæt/ /ˈpeɪnz
Inglês Britânico
ˈæt/ /pˈeɪnz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
AT PAYNZ
UK
AT PAYNZ
Ouça em Contexto
She was at pains to explain the rules clearly.
He is at pains to make everyone feel welcome.
Teachers are at pains to help students succeed.
I was at pains to stress that I had nothing to do with the decision.