How to Pronounce "zone out"
expression
ˈzoʊn/ /ˈaʊt
ZONE-owt
zˈəʊn/ /ˈaʊt
ZONE-owt
Definition
To stop paying attention and let your mind wander, often without realizing it, especially when bored or tired.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈzoʊn/ /ˈaʊt
British English
zˈəʊn/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ZONE-owt
UK
ZONE-owt
Listen in Context
I often zone out during long meetings.
Sometimes kids zone out when the teacher is talking.
If you zone out, you might miss important information.
Sorry, I totally zoned out—what did you say?