How to Pronounce "on file"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈfaɪɫ
AWN-FYLE
ˈɒn/ /faɪl
ON-FYLE
Definition
If information is 'on file,' it is officially recorded and kept, usually in a paper or digital system, so it can be referred to later.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈfaɪɫ
British English
ˈɒn/ /faɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN-FYLE
UK
ON-FYLE
Listen in Context
We already have your address on file.
The school keeps all student records on file.
Your medical history is on file at the clinic.
Let me check if we have your information on file.