How to Pronounce "offend against"
expression
əˈfɛnd/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
uh-FEND uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
əfˈɛnd/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
uh-FEND uh-GENST
Definition
To act in a way that breaks or shows disrespect for a law, rule, or moral principle.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈfɛnd/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
əfˈɛnd/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-FEND uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
UK
uh-FEND uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Anyone who offends against the law will be punished.
He was accused of offending against public morals.
The company apologised for offending against environmental regulations.
If you offend against these traditional customs, some locals might get upset.