How to Pronounce "on second thought"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈθɔt
ON SEK-und THAWT
ˈɒn/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /θˈɔːt
on SEK-ind THAWT
Definition
Used when you change your mind after reconsidering something, often right after making a decision or statement.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈsɛkənd/ /ˈθɔt
British English
ˈɒn/ /ˈsɛkɪnd/ /θˈɔːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON SEK-und THAWT
UK
on SEK-ind THAWT
Listen in Context
On second thought, I don't want any dessert.
Let's leave at six. On second thought, let's go at seven.
I was going to buy it, but on second thought I changed my mind.
On second thought, maybe we should call ahead and make a reservation.