How to Pronounce "turn the scale"
expression
ˈtɝn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈskeɪɫ
TURN thuh SKAYL
tˈɜːn/ /ðə, ði/ /skˈeɪl
TURN thuh SKAYL
Definition
To influence a situation so that the final result is decided, usually as the key or decisive factor.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɝn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈskeɪɫ
British English
tˈɜːn/ /ðə, ði/ /skˈeɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TURN thuh SKAYL
UK
TURN thuh SKAYL
Listen in Context
Her testimony could turn the scale in this case.
A small detail might turn the scale in a close competition.
A single vote can turn the scale in a tight election.
It was the manager's recommendation that finally turned the scale in my favor.