How to Pronounce "pick on"
expression
ˈpɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
PIK-on
pˈɪk/ /ˈɒn
PIK-on
Definition
To repeatedly treat someone unfairly, criticize, or bother them, often in a way that's meant to upset them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pˈɪk/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIK-on
UK
PIK-on
Listen in Context
The older kids always pick on him at school.
Don't pick on your little brother.
Why do they always pick on me?
My boss tends to pick on me when he's stressed out.