How to Pronounce "carry on"
expression
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KAIR-ee ON
kˈæɹi/ /ˈɒn
KAIR-ee ON
Definition
To continue doing something, especially after being interrupted or faced with difficulties. It can also mean to behave in an upset or emotional way, though this is less common.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæɹi/, /ˈkɛɹi/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
kˈæɹi/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAIR-ee ON
UK
KAIR-ee ON
Listen in Context
Please carry on with your work.
They told us to carry on despite the rain.
Just carry on and do your best.
Let's carry on where we left off yesterday.