How to Pronounce "on the pill"
expression
AHN-thuh-PIL
ON-thuh-PIL
Definition
A phrase describing someone, typically a woman, who is regularly taking birth control pills to prevent pregnancy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈpɪɫ
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /pˈɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN-thuh-PIL
UK
ON-thuh-PIL
Listen in Context
She is on the pill to avoid getting pregnant.
Are you on the pill right now?
My doctor asked if I was on the pill.
I get fewer cramps now that I'm on the pill.