How to Pronounce "accidents will happen"
expression
AK-suh-dents wil HAP-uhn
AK-si-dents wil HAP-uhn
Definition
This expression means that mistakes, mishaps, or bad events are a normal part of life and sometimes can't be avoided.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæksədənts/ /ˈwɪɫ/, /wəɫ/ /ˈhæpən
British English
ˈæksɪdənts/ /wˈɪl/ /hˈæpən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-suh-dents wil HAP-uhn
UK
AK-si-dents wil HAP-uhn
Listen in Context
Don't worry, accidents will happen sometimes.
Even if you are careful, accidents will happen.
My mom always tells me that accidents will happen.
Hey, it's okay—accidents will happen, so don't stress about the broken glass.