How to Pronounce "frown on"
expression
ˈfɹaʊn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
FROWN-ahn or FROWN-awn
fɹˈaʊn/ /ˈɒn
fROWN-on
Definition
To show disapproval of something or believe it is wrong, often in a moral or social sense.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹaʊn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
fɹˈaʊn/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FROWN-ahn or FROWN-awn
UK
fROWN-on
Listen in Context
Many companies frown on late arrivals to work.
In our school, teachers frown on chewing gum in class.
My parents frown on loud music after midnight.
Wearing jeans to a formal event is usually frowned on.