How to Pronounce "in honor of"
expression
in ON-ner uhv
in ON-uh ov
Definition
Used to show respect or admiration for someone or something, often as a way to celebrate or remember them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɑnɝ/ /ˈəv
British English
ˈɪn/ /ˈɒnɐ/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in ON-ner uhv
UK
in ON-uh ov
Listen in Context
We had a party in honor of her birthday.
They built a statue in honor of the hero.
This holiday is celebrated in honor of peace.
The city named a street in honor of its founder.