How to Pronounce "dote on"
expression
ˈdoʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
DOHT-ahn
dˈəʊt/ /ˈɒn
DOHT-on
Definition
To show a lot of love and attention to someone, often excessively, usually because you are very fond of them.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdoʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dˈəʊt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DOHT-ahn
UK
DOHT-on
Listen in Context
Grandparents often dote on their grandchildren.
She really dotes on her cats.
He dotes on his young daughter.
Everyone could see how much she doted on her new puppy.