How to Pronounce "debate on"
expression
dəˈbeɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
duh-BAYT AWN
dɪbˈeɪt/ /ˈɒn
di-BAYT ON
Definition
To formally discuss or argue about a specific topic, often expressing different opinions in a structured way.
IPA Transcription
American English
dəˈbeɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dɪbˈeɪt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
duh-BAYT AWN
UK
di-BAYT ON
Listen in Context
We had a debate on school uniforms in our class.
The city council held a debate on new traffic rules.
There will be a debate on recycling at the community center tomorrow.
Last night’s debate on climate change got pretty heated.