How to Pronounce "at a low ebb"
expression
ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫoʊ/ /ˈɛb
AT uh LOH EBB
ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /lˈəʊ/ /ˈɛb
AT uh LOH EBB
Definition
Used to describe someone or something at their weakest, worst, or least successful point. Often refers to periods of low mood, energy, health, or success.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæt/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɫoʊ/ /ˈɛb
British English
ˈæt/ /æɪ/ /lˈəʊ/ /ˈɛb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AT uh LOH EBB
UK
AT uh LOH EBB
Listen in Context
After the company lost money for months, morale was at a low ebb.
My energy is at a low ebb because I didn’t sleep much last night.
Our team's confidence is at a low ebb after the loss.
Honestly, my motivation has been at a low ebb lately—I just can't get excited about anything.