How to Pronounce "on your person"
expression
AWN-YER-PUR-suhn
ON-YAW-PUR-suhn
Definition
To have something physically with you, close to your body, such as in your pocket or bag. It commonly refers to carrying important items like identification or money.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈpɝsən
British English
ˈɒn/ /jˈɔː/ /pˈɜːsən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN-YER-PUR-suhn
UK
ON-YAW-PUR-suhn
Listen in Context
Always keep your passport on your person when traveling.
Do you have any cash on your person right now?
Weapons are not allowed on your person inside the building.
Sorry, I don't have my ID on my person—I left it at home.