How to Pronounce "discourse on"
expression
ˈdɪskɔɹs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
DIS-kors on
dɪsˈkɔː(ɹ)s/ /ˈɒn
dis-KAW-s on
Definition
To speak or write formally and at length about a particular topic, often in a detailed or analytical way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪskɔɹs/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
dɪsˈkɔː(ɹ)s/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIS-kors on
UK
dis-KAW-s on
Listen in Context
The professor began to discourse on ancient philosophy.
She likes to discourse on the importance of education.
He was invited to discourse on current social issues.
Some politicians love to discourse on freedom, but rarely take action.