How to Pronounce "on strike"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈstɹaɪk
ON STRYK
ˈɒn/ /stɹˈaɪk
ON STRYK
Definition
When a group of workers refuse to work as a protest, usually to demand better pay, working conditions, or rights.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈstɹaɪk
British English
ˈɒn/ /stɹˈaɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON STRYK
UK
ON STRYK
Listen in Context
The teachers are on strike today.
Many workers went on strike last week.
The bus drivers are still on strike.
If the doctors go on strike, the hospital may have to close some departments.