How to Pronounce "on vacation"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /veɪˈkeɪʃən
AWN vay-KAY-shun
ˈɒn/ /veɪkˈeɪʃən
on vay-KAY-shun
Definition
Not working or studying because you are taking a holiday, usually traveling or relaxing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /veɪˈkeɪʃən
British English
ˈɒn/ /veɪkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN vay-KAY-shun
UK
on vay-KAY-shun
Listen in Context
She is on vacation this week.
My parents go on vacation every summer.
I'm on vacation in Spain right now.
Sorry, I'm on vacation and can't answer emails.