How to Pronounce "under oath"
expression
ˈəndɝ/ /ˈoʊθ
UN-der OHTH
ˈʌndɐ/ /ˈəʊθ
UN-duh OHTH
Definition
If you are under oath, you have promised formally to tell the truth, especially in a court or legal setting. Lying under oath is a serious offense.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈəndɝ/ /ˈoʊθ
British English
ˈʌndɐ/ /ˈəʊθ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UN-der OHTH
UK
UN-duh OHTH
Listen in Context
He promised to tell the truth under oath.
She testified under oath in court.
You must answer these questions under oath.
Even under oath, some people still try to hide the truth.