How to Pronounce "rest on"
expression
ˈɹɛst/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
REST-awn
ɹˈɛst/ /ˈɒn
rest-ON
Definition
To be supported by something physically, or to depend on something abstractly, such as an idea, reason, or result.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛst/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ɹˈɛst/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REST-awn
UK
rest-ON
Listen in Context
The cat likes to rest on the warm windowsill.
Her head rests on a soft pillow.
The future of the project rests on teamwork.
All their hopes rest on winning this game.