How to Pronounce "warn against"
expression
ˈwɔɹn/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
WAWRN uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
wˈɔːn/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
WAWN uh-GENST
Definition
To advise someone not to do something because it may be dangerous, harmful, or a bad idea.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔɹn/ /əˈɡeɪnst/, /əˈɡɛnst
British English
wˈɔːn/ /ɐɡˈɛnst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAWRN uh-GAYNST, uh-GENST
UK
WAWN uh-GENST
Listen in Context
Doctors warn against eating too much sugar.
The sign warns against swimming in the river.
Parents often warn against talking to strangers.
Experts warn against making hasty decisions when you're upset.