How to Pronounce "grate on"
expression
ˈɡɹeɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
GRAYT-on
ɡɹˈeɪt/ /ˈɒn
GRAYT-on
Definition
If something grates on you, it annoys or irritates you, often in a slow or repeated way. It is usually used for sounds, voices, or behaviors.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɹeɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ɡɹˈeɪt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GRAYT-on
UK
GRAYT-on
Listen in Context
Loud noises can grate on my nerves.
Her constant complaining really grates on me.
That squeaky chair grates on his nerves.
That ringtone is really starting to grate on me.