How to Pronounce "on sight"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈsaɪt
AWN SYT
ˈɒn/ /sˈaɪt
ON SYT
Definition
The phrase 'on sight' means immediately upon seeing someone or something, or as soon as something is noticed. It is often used to describe immediate action taken as soon as something appears.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈsaɪt
British English
ˈɒn/ /sˈaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN SYT
UK
ON SYT
Listen in Context
Soldiers were told to arrest him on sight.
If you see a snake, call for help on sight.
Some documents must be paid on sight.
I could tell on sight that something was wrong.