How to Pronounce "play both ends"
expression
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈboʊθ/ /ˈɛndz
PLAY BOHTH ENDZ
plˈeɪ/ /bˈəʊθ/ /ˈɛndz
PLAY BOH-th ENDZ
Definition
To try to get an advantage from both sides of a situation, often by not clearly supporting one side or the other.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪ/ /ˈboʊθ/ /ˈɛndz
British English
plˈeɪ/ /bˈəʊθ/ /ˈɛndz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAY BOHTH ENDZ
UK
PLAY BOH-th ENDZ
Listen in Context
He always tries to play both ends during arguments.
It's risky to play both ends when choosing a team.
Don't play both ends—pick a side.
She’s trying to play both ends in this merger for a better deal.