How to Pronounce "on the rocks"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹɑks
AWN-thuh-RAWKS
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /ɹˈɒks
ON-thuh-ROKS
Definition
This phrase can mean a drink served over ice cubes, or a relationship or situation experiencing serious problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈɹɑks
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /ɹˈɒks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN-thuh-RAWKS
UK
ON-thuh-ROKS
Listen in Context
He always orders his whiskey on the rocks.
Their friendship is on the rocks after the argument.
Can I get a cola on the rocks?
After years of fighting, their marriage is really on the rocks.