How to Pronounce "on probation"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /pɹoʊˈbeɪʃən
AWN proh-BAY-shun
ˈɒn/ /pɹəʊbˈeɪʃən
ON proh-BAY-shun
Definition
If someone is "on probation," they are being watched or tested for a period to see if they follow rules, often after breaking the law or starting a new job.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /pɹoʊˈbeɪʃən
British English
ˈɒn/ /pɹəʊbˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN proh-BAY-shun
UK
ON proh-BAY-shun
Listen in Context
He is on probation for stealing a car.
New employees are on probation for three months.
She has to meet every week while on probation.
If you mess up again while on probation, you could go to jail.