How to Pronounce "hang on"
expression
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
HANG-AWN
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɒn
HANG-ON
Definition
Used to tell someone to wait a moment, or to ask them to be patient. It can also mean to keep trying or to not give up.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæŋ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
hˈæŋ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HANG-AWN
UK
HANG-ON
Listen in Context
Hang on, I have to find my keys.
Can you hang on for a minute?
Just hang on, help is coming.
Hang on, I’ll be right back.