How to Pronounce "on a string"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstɹɪŋ
ON-uh-STRING
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /stɹˈɪŋ
ON-uh-STRING
Definition
Used to describe something that is hanging or attached by a thin rope, cord, or thread. Often refers to physical objects literally being suspended, such as keys or decorations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈstɹɪŋ
British English
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /stɹˈɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON-uh-STRING
UK
ON-uh-STRING
Listen in Context
The keys are on a string around my neck.
She hung the photo on a string in her room.
The bell was tied on a string above the door.
I keep my USB drive on a string so I don't lose it.