How to Pronounce "open for business"
expression
OH-puhn for BIZ-nuhs
OH-puhn faw BIZ-nuhs
Definition
This expression means that a store, company, or other place is ready to receive customers and conduct business. It can be used literally (the doors are open) or more figuratively (ready to start operating).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊpən/ /ˈfɔɹ/, /fɝ/, /fɹɝ/ /ˈbɪznəs/, /ˈbɪznɪs
British English
ˈəʊpən/ /fˈɔː/ /bˈɪznəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-puhn for BIZ-nuhs
UK
OH-puhn faw BIZ-nuhs
Listen in Context
The new restaurant is open for business.
The store will be open for business at 9 AM.
After repairs, the bank is open for business again.
We're finally open for business after months of waiting!