How to Pronounce "ballpark figure"
expression
ˈbɔɫˌpɑɹk/ /ˈfɪɡjɝ
BAWL-park FIG-yer
bˈɔːlpɑːk/ /fˈɪɡɐ
BAWL-pahk FIG-uh
Definition
A rough or approximate number, used when you do not need a precise or exact amount.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɔɫˌpɑɹk/ /ˈfɪɡjɝ
British English
bˈɔːlpɑːk/ /fˈɪɡɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAWL-park FIG-yer
UK
BAWL-pahk FIG-uh
Listen in Context
Can you give me a ballpark figure for the total cost?
The manager provided a ballpark figure during the meeting.
Just a ballpark figure is enough for now.
I can't give you an exact price, but I can offer a ballpark figure.