How to Pronounce "play the card"
expression
PLAY thuh KARD
PLAY thuh KAHD
Definition
To use a particular strategy or option, especially to gain an advantage in a situation. Often used literally in card games or figuratively in conversations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈkɑɹd
British English
plˈeɪ/ /ðə, ði/ /kˈɑːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY thuh KARD
UK
PLAY thuh KAHD
Listen in Context
She decided to play the card and told everyone about her experience.
In the game, it was the perfect moment to play the card.
He always plays the card when he wants something.
I didn’t want to play the card, but I had no other choice.