How to Pronounce "bargain on"
expression
ˈbɑɹɡən/, /ˈbɑɹɡɪn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
BAR-guhn on
bˈɑːɡɪn/ /ˈɒn
BAA-gin on
Definition
To expect or depend on something happening, usually as part of your plans. It suggests you are counting on a certain outcome.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑɹɡən/, /ˈbɑɹɡɪn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
bˈɑːɡɪn/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAR-guhn on
UK
BAA-gin on
Listen in Context
You can't really bargain on good weather for the picnic.
I wouldn't bargain on him arriving on time.
Don't bargain on getting a seat if you arrive late.
We didn’t bargain on this much traffic during rush hour!