How to Pronounce "on a dime"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdaɪm
ON-uh-DYM
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /dˈaɪm
ON-uh-DYM
Definition
Used to describe something happening very quickly or in a very small space, like turning or changing direction "on a dime."
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈdaɪm
British English
ˈɒn/ /æɪ/ /dˈaɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON-uh-DYM
UK
ON-uh-DYM
Listen in Context
The new car can turn on a dime.
She changed her mind on a dime.
This small robot can spin on a dime.
Our plans can change on a dime, so stay flexible.