How to Pronounce "dibs on"
expression
ˈdɪbz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
DIBZ-awn
dˈɪbz/ /ˈɒn
DIBZ-on
Definition
An informal way to claim the right to have or do something before others, often used among friends when several people want the same thing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪbz/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dˈɪbz/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIBZ-awn
UK
DIBZ-on
Listen in Context
Dibs on the last piece of cake!
Who called dibs on the window seat?
If you want the red cup, you have to say dibs on it.
Haha, too slow—I already yelled dibs on shotgun!