How to Pronounce "wager on"
expression
ˈweɪdʒɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
WAY-jur ON
wˈeɪdʒɐ/ /ˈɒn
WAY-juh ON
Definition
To risk money or something valuable by guessing what will happen, especially in a game, competition, or uncertain situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪdʒɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
wˈeɪdʒɐ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAY-jur ON
UK
WAY-juh ON
Listen in Context
Many people wager on horse races every weekend.
You can wager on who will win the election.
They decided to wager on their favorite team.
I wouldn’t wager on him showing up on time—he’s always late.