How to Pronounce "rely upon"
expression
ɹiˈɫaɪ/, /ɹɪˈɫaɪ/ /əˈpɑn
ri-LY uh-PON
ɹɪlˈaɪ/ /əpˈɒn
ri-LY uh-PON
Definition
To trust or depend on someone or something for help, support, or what you need.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹiˈɫaɪ/, /ɹɪˈɫaɪ/ /əˈpɑn
British English
ɹɪlˈaɪ/ /əpˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-LY uh-PON
UK
ri-LY uh-PON
Listen in Context
You can rely upon your friends when you need help.
Many people rely upon public transportation every day.
Children rely upon their parents for support.
I wouldn't rely upon him to finish that project on time.