How to Pronounce "word on the street"
expression
WERD on thuh STREET
WERD on thuh STREET
Definition
This expression refers to rumors or information that people are talking about, but which may not be officially confirmed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɝd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈstɹit
British English
wˈɜːd/ /ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /stɹˈiːt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WERD on thuh STREET
UK
WERD on thuh STREET
Listen in Context
Word on the street is that the new café opens tomorrow.
I heard the word on the street about the concert.
The word on the street says prices will go up soon.
Word on the street is, he's getting a big promotion next month.