How to Pronounce "play second fiddle"
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈfɪdəɫ
PLAY SEK-und FID-uhl
plˈeɪ/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /fˈɪdəl
play SEK-ind FID-uhl
Definition
To take a less important or supportive role compared to someone else, usually in a team or group.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈfɪdəɫ
British English
plˈeɪ/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /fˈɪdəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY SEK-und FID-uhl
UK
play SEK-ind FID-uhl
Listen in Context
She didn't like to play second fiddle at work.
He always has to play second fiddle to his older brother.
Nobody wants to play second fiddle in the team.
I refuse to play second fiddle to someone less experienced than me.