Honest is pronounced ON-əst (IPA /ˈɑːnəst/). Drop the 'h' — start with the vowel 'on' like 'on a table'.
IPA: /ˈɑːnəst/
Syllables: ON · əst
Common ESL mistake: Learners pronounce the initial 'h' saying 'hon-est'.
Tip: Drop the 'h' — start with the vowel 'on' like 'on a table'.