How to Pronounce "take a gamble"
expression
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡæmbəɫ
TAYK uh GAM-buhl
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /ɡˈæmbəl
TAYK uh GAM-buhl
Definition
To do something where there is a risk of losing or failing, often hoping for a good result even if it's uncertain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈteɪk/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɡæmbəɫ
British English
tˈeɪk/ /æɪ/ /ɡˈæmbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAYK uh GAM-buhl
UK
TAYK uh GAM-buhl
Listen in Context
Sometimes you have to take a gamble to achieve your dreams.
She didn't want to take a gamble with her health.
He decided to take a gamble and start his own business.
He knew it was risky, but he chose to take a gamble on the new project.