How to Pronounce "pivot on"
expression
ˈpɪvət/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
PIV-uht AWN
pˈɪvət/ /ˈɒn
PIV-uht ON
Definition
To be based on something or to depend mainly on a particular idea, fact, or thing. Can also mean to physically turn or rotate around a fixed point.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɪvət/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pˈɪvət/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PIV-uht AWN
UK
PIV-uht ON
Listen in Context
The company’s success pivots on customer satisfaction.
Our plan pivots on this key decision.
The door pivots on its hinges.
Everything in this case pivots on his testimony.