How to Pronounce "on the side"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈsaɪd
AWN thuh SYDE
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /sˈaɪd
ON thuh SYDE
Definition
Used to describe something done in addition to your main activity (like another job or an extra dish with a meal) or secretly/in addition to a main relationship.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈsaɪd
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /sˈaɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN thuh SYDE
UK
ON thuh SYDE
Listen in Context
Can I get a salad on the side with my meal?
He works at a store, but he also drives on the side.
She has a little business on the side.
He's married but seeing someone on the side.