How to Pronounce "act as"
expression
ˈækt/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz
AKT-az, AKT-ez
ˈækt/ /ˈæs
AKT-az
Definition
To do the job of something or someone; to function in a particular role, often temporarily or in addition to other roles.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈækt/ /ˈæz/, /ˈɛz
British English
ˈækt/ /ˈæs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AKT-az, AKT-ez
UK
AKT-az
Listen in Context
She had to act as the team leader until the manager returned.
Milk can act as a substitute for cream in this recipe.
The box will act as a table for now.
During the meeting, he had to act as both translator and negotiator.