How to Pronounce "hedge against"
expression
HEJ uh-GAYNST
HEJ uh-GENST
Definition
To take an action, such as an investment or a precaution, to reduce possible loss or risk from a negative event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛdʒ/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
hˈɛdʒ/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HEJ uh-GAYNST
UK
HEJ uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Gold is often used to hedge against inflation.
Farmers buy insurance to hedge against crop failure.
She saved money to hedge against emergencies.
Many investors keep some dollars as a hedge against currency swings.