How to Pronounce "hinge on"
expression
ˈhɪndʒ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
HINJ-awn or HINJ-ahn
hˈɪndʒ/ /ˈɒn
HINJ-on
Definition
To depend completely on something for success, decision, or result; when the outcome is determined by something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɪndʒ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
hˈɪndʒ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HINJ-awn or HINJ-ahn
UK
HINJ-on
Listen in Context
The success of the project will hinge on your decision.
Whether we go or not will hinge on the weather.
Her future hopes hinge on passing the exam.
Everything now hinges on what the boss decides in the meeting.