How to Pronounce "bank on"
expression
ˈbæŋk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
BANGK-awn
bˈæŋk/ /ˈɒn
BANGK-on
Definition
To rely on someone or something to do what you expect or need; to trust that something will happen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbæŋk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
bˈæŋk/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BANGK-awn
UK
BANGK-on
Listen in Context
You can bank on her to help you.
Don't bank on nice weather for the picnic.
Can we bank on this plan working?
I wouldn't bank on him showing up on time.