How to Pronounce "in spades"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈspeɪdz
in SPAYDZ
ˈɪn/ /spˈeɪdz
in spAYDZ
Definition
If something exists or is true 'in spades', it exists in a very large amount or to a great degree; much more than enough.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈspeɪdz
British English
ˈɪn/ /spˈeɪdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in SPAYDZ
UK
in spAYDZ
Listen in Context
He has talent in spades.
The new park has beauty in spades.
This recipe uses chocolate in spades.
If you're looking for fun, this event has it in spades.