How to Pronounce "descend upon"
expression
dɪˈsɛnd/ /əˈpɑn
di-SEND uh-PAHN
dɪsˈɛnd/ /əpˈɒn
di-SEND uh-PON
Definition
To arrive suddenly and often in large numbers or with force, especially used for groups of people, emotions, or events coming quickly onto a place or person.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈsɛnd/ /əˈpɑn
British English
dɪsˈɛnd/ /əpˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-SEND uh-PAHN
UK
di-SEND uh-PON
Listen in Context
The birds descended upon the field looking for food.
Fans descended upon the stadium for the big match.
Darkness descended upon the city as night fell.
Reporters descended upon the scene after hearing the news.