How to Pronounce "happen to"
expression
ˈhæpən/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
HAP-uhn tuh / HAP-uhn tuh / HAP-uhn ti
hˈæpən/ /tˈuː
HAP-uhn TOO
Definition
Used to talk about something that occurs by chance, or to ask politely if someone has done or knows something unexpectedly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæpən/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ
British English
hˈæpən/ /tˈuː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAP-uhn tuh / HAP-uhn tuh / HAP-uhn ti
UK
HAP-uhn TOO
Listen in Context
Did you happen to see my keys on the table?
I happened to meet Anna at the store yesterday.
If you happen to need help, just ask.
Do you happen to know where the nearest ATM is?