How to Pronounce "tack on"
expression
ˈtæk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
TAK-on
tˈæk/ /ˈɒn
TAK-on
Definition
To add something extra, often at the end or as an afterthought, especially something small or not originally planned.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtæk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
tˈæk/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TAK-on
UK
TAK-on
Listen in Context
They decided to tack on an extra fee to the bill.
Can I tack on one more question before we finish?
The teacher tacked on some homework at the last minute.
They always tack on extra charges at that hotel.