How to Pronounce "word is bond"
expression
WERD-iz-BAHND
WURD-iz-BOND
Definition
This expression means that someone always keeps their promises or that their spoken promise is as strong as a signed contract. It shows honesty and reliability.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝd/ /ˈɪz/, /ɪz/ /ˈbɑnd
British English
wˈɜːd/ /ˈɪz/ /bˈɒnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WERD-iz-BAHND
UK
WURD-iz-BOND
Listen in Context
My word is bond—I'll be there at 5.
You have my trust—my word is bond.
If I say I'll help, my word is bond.
Don’t worry about the money. Word is bond—I’ll pay you back next week.