How to Pronounce "serve notice"
expression
ˈsɝv/ /ˈnoʊtəs/, /ˈnoʊtɪs
SERV NOH-tiss
sˈɜːv/ /nˈəʊtɪs
SERV NOH-tiss
Definition
To formally inform someone, especially in writing, that something is going to happen, usually about ending a job or a contract, or to make it clear that you intend to take action.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝv/ /ˈnoʊtəs/, /ˈnoʊtɪs
British English
sˈɜːv/ /nˈəʊtɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SERV NOH-tiss
UK
SERV NOH-tiss
Listen in Context
You must serve notice if you want to leave your job.
The landlord will serve notice to end the lease.
She was served notice after missing too many days at work.
The company served notice that changes are coming soon.