How to Pronounce "wait your turn"
expression
ˈweɪt/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈtɝn
WAYT yur TURN
wˈeɪt/ /jˈɔː/ /tˈɜːn
WAYT yaw TURN
Definition
To remain patient and not act until it is your time, or until you are next in line. Often used when there is a queue or a specific order.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪt/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈtɝn
British English
wˈeɪt/ /jˈɔː/ /tˈɜːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYT yur TURN
UK
WAYT yaw TURN
Listen in Context
Please wait your turn before speaking.
You have to wait your turn in line at the bank.
Children must wait their turn to play the game.
If you don't wait your turn, people will get upset.