How to Pronounce "tradeoff"
word
ˈtɹeɪˌdɔf
TRAY-dawf
ˈtreɪdˌɒf
TRAY-dof
Definition
A situation where you have to give up one thing to get something else; you cannot have both fully at the same time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtɹeɪˌdɔf
British English
ˈtreɪdˌɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TRAY-dawf
UK
TRAY-dof
Listen in Context
There is always a tradeoff between price and quality.
Choosing a smaller car is a tradeoff for better fuel economy.
Time with family can be a tradeoff for working long hours.
It's always a tradeoff when you want something fast but cheap.