How to Pronounce "level the field"
expression
ˈɫɛvəɫ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfiɫd
LEV-uhl thuh FEELD
lˈɛvəl/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈiːld
LEV-uhl thee FEELD
Definition
To make things fair for everyone, especially by removing disadvantages or giving equal opportunities to all people or groups.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫɛvəɫ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈfiɫd
British English
lˈɛvəl/ /ðə, ði/ /fˈiːld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEV-uhl thuh FEELD
UK
LEV-uhl thee FEELD
Listen in Context
The new rules help level the field for small companies.
We want to level the field so everyone has a chance.
Government support can level the field for poor students.
These policies are trying to level the field for everyone, not just the wealthy.