How to Pronounce "have at"
expression
ˈhæv/ /ˈæt
HAV-AT
hæv/ /ˈæt
hav-AT
Definition
'Have at' is an old-fashioned or informal phrase meaning to attack, go after something energetically, or make an attempt at something. It can be used literally (to attack) or figuratively (to try to do something).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈæt
British English
hæv/ /ˈæt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV-AT
UK
hav-AT
Listen in Context
The knight shouted, 'Have at you!'
Go ahead and have at those cookies.
If you think you can fix it, have at it.
Kids, dinner’s ready—have at it!