How to Pronounce "be not on"
expression
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈnɑt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
BEE NOT-ON or BEE NAWT-ON
bˈiː/ /nˈɒt/ /ˈɒn
BEE NOT-ON
Definition
Used to say that something is not allowed, not acceptable, or improper in a particular situation. Often used to reject undesirable actions or behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈnɑt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
bˈiː/ /nˈɒt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BEE NOT-ON or BEE NAWT-ON
UK
BEE NOT-ON
Listen in Context
Throwing food in class is not on.
Copying someone's homework is not on.
Cheating in a test is not on at this school.
I'm sorry, but turning up an hour late is not on.