How to Pronounce "default on"
expression
dɪˈfɔɫt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
di-FAWLT on
dɪfˈɒlt/ /ˈɒn
dif-OLT on
Definition
To fail to pay back a loan, debt, or other required payment when it is due. Usually refers to not making payments as promised.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈfɔɫt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dɪfˈɒlt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-FAWLT on
UK
dif-OLT on
Listen in Context
If you default on your student loan, you may face serious consequences.
The company defaulted on its mortgage last year.
He lost his house because he defaulted on payments.
If you default on your credit card, your credit score will drop.