How to Pronounce "on edge"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈɛdʒ
ON EDJ
ˈɒn/ /ˈɛdʒ
ON EDJ
Definition
Feeling nervous, anxious, or easily upset, often because of stress, worry, or anticipation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈɛdʒ
British English
ˈɒn/ /ˈɛdʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
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ON EDJ
UK
ON EDJ
Listen in Context
I feel on edge before my exams.
She looks on edge today.
I get on edge when I hear loud noises.
Sorry I snapped—I've been on edge all week with this deadline.