How to Pronounce "ground on"
expression
ˈɡɹaʊnd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
GROUND-awn
ɡɹˈaʊnd/ /ˈɒn
GROUND-on
Definition
To base something on certain facts, reasons, or principles. Used to explain what ideas or arguments are built upon.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹaʊnd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ɡɹˈaʊnd/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GROUND-awn
UK
GROUND-on
Listen in Context
His argument was grounded on facts.
The law is grounded on justice.
Their decision was grounded on experience.
His beliefs are strongly grounded on tradition.