How to Pronounce "set about"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /əˈbaʊt
SET uh-BOWT
sˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
SET uh-BOWT
Definition
To begin doing something, especially in a determined or energetic way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /əˈbaʊt
British English
sˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET uh-BOWT
UK
SET uh-BOWT
Listen in Context
She set about making dinner as soon as she got home.
The workers set about repairing the roof after the storm.
He set about studying for his exams early this year.
Without missing a beat, the team set about solving the problem.