How to Pronounce "on the watch for"
expression
ON thuh WAWCH for
on thuh WOTCH faw
Definition
Actively paying attention in order to notice something or someone, especially when looking for danger, opportunity, or a specific event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈwɑtʃ/, /ˈwɔtʃ/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ
British English
ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /wˈɒtʃ/ /fˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ON thuh WAWCH for
UK
on thuh WOTCH faw
Listen in Context
The security guard is on the watch for any suspicious activity.
Be on the watch for falling rocks on this road.
We are on the watch for special discounts this week.
She’s always on the watch for new trends in fashion.