How to Pronounce "if anything happens"
expression
IF ENN-ee-thing HAP-enz
IF ENN-i-thing HAP-enz
Definition
This expression means 'in case something occurs,' often used to talk about what to do if there is a problem or unexpected situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪf/, /ɪf/ /ˈɛniˌθɪŋ/ /ˈhæpənz
British English
ˈɪf/ /ˈɛnɪθˌɪŋ/ /hˈæpənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IF ENN-ee-thing HAP-enz
UK
IF ENN-i-thing HAP-enz
Listen in Context
If anything happens, call this number immediately.
Stay inside if anything happens outside.
Tell the teacher if anything happens at school.
Don’t worry, if anything happens, I’ll take care of it.