How to Pronounce "high on"
expression
ˈhaɪ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
HYE-awn
hˈaɪ/ /ˈɒn
HYE-on
Definition
'High on' usually means affected by drugs or alcohol and feeling excited or euphoric. It can also mean very enthusiastic or passionate about something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
hˈaɪ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HYE-awn
UK
HYE-on
Listen in Context
She feels high on life after her vacation.
The kids were high on sugar after the party.
He was caught high on something and acting strange in the street.
Honestly, I was so tired I thought I’d never get high on adrenaline again.