How to Pronounce "in your back pocket"
expression
IN yoor BAK PAH-kit
IN yaw BAK POCK-it
Definition
Literally, it means something physically kept in the back pocket of your pants. Figuratively, it refers to something kept ready to use later, like an extra plan, resource, or advantage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈbæk/ /ˈpɑkət
British English
ˈɪn/ /jˈɔː/ /bˈæk/ /pˈɒkɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN yoor BAK PAH-kit
UK
IN yaw BAK POCK-it
Listen in Context
I always keep some cash in my back pocket just in case.
She kept the list in her back pocket for later.
You should have a backup plan in your back pocket.
I have a few contacts in my back pocket if this job doesn't work out.