How to Pronounce "on thin ice"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪn/ /ˈaɪs
AHN THIN ICE
ˈɒn/ /θˈɪn/ /ˈaɪs
ON THIN ICE
Definition
If someone is "on thin ice," they are in a risky or dangerous situation and could easily get into trouble if they are not careful.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈθɪn/ /ˈaɪs
British English
ˈɒn/ /θˈɪn/ /ˈaɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN THIN ICE
UK
ON THIN ICE
Listen in Context
After being late twice, John is on thin ice with his boss.
If you forget her birthday again, you'll be on thin ice.
Mark knew he was on thin ice after breaking the rules.
After that argument, I feel like I'm on thin ice with my roommate.