How to Pronounce "buy a round"
expression
BY-uh ROWND
BY-uh ROWND
Definition
To pay for a drink for everyone in your group, usually at a bar or social event. Each person often takes turns to 'buy a round'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbaɪ/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈɹaʊnd
British English
bˈaɪ/ /æɪ/ /ɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BY-uh ROWND
UK
BY-uh ROWND
Listen in Context
It's my turn to buy a round for everyone.
He loves to buy a round when he is at the bar.
Who wants to buy a round next?
Let's all stay for one more drink, and I'll buy a round.