How to Pronounce "bail out on"
expression
ˈbeɪɫ/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
BAYL-owt-ON
bˈeɪl/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒn
BAYL-owt-ON
Definition
To suddenly cancel plans with someone, fail to meet an obligation, or leave someone when they expected your help or company.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbeɪɫ/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
bˈeɪl/ /ˈaʊt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAYL-owt-ON
UK
BAYL-owt-ON
Listen in Context
He bailed out on our meeting at the last minute.
Don’t bail out on your friends when they need help.
She promised to come but bailed out on us.
I can’t believe you bailed out on the project halfway through.