How to Pronounce "fawn over"
expression
ˈfɔn/ /ˈoʊvɝ
FAWN OH-ver
fˈɔːn/ /ˈəʊvɐ
FAWN OH-vuh
Definition
To praise or show too much affection or attention to someone, often in a way that seems insincere, in order to gain favor or approval.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɔn/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
fˈɔːn/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FAWN OH-ver
UK
FAWN OH-vuh
Listen in Context
The students fawned over their teacher to get better grades.
He always fawns over his boss.
The fans fawned over the celebrities at the event.
Do you have to fawn over him every time he walks by?