How to Pronounce "on the waiting list"
expression
AHN thuh WAY-ting list
on thuh WAY-ting list
Definition
If you are on the waiting list, you are waiting for a spot to become available because there is no space right now, like for a class, event, or service.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈweɪtɪŋ/ /ˈɫɪst
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈeɪtɪŋ/ /lˈɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN thuh WAY-ting list
UK
on thuh WAY-ting list
Listen in Context
I'm on the waiting list for the new art class.
There are 10 people on the waiting list for this concert.
You will be on the waiting list until a spot opens up.
I called the doctor, but I'm still on the waiting list for an appointment.