How to Pronounce "wave on"
expression
ˈweɪv/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
WAYV-ON
wˈeɪv/ /ˈɒn
WAYV-ON
Definition
To use a hand gesture to signal someone to move forward, continue, or pass by, usually to give permission or encourage someone to go ahead.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈweɪv/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
wˈeɪv/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WAYV-ON
UK
WAYV-ON
Listen in Context
The police officer waved on the cars at the intersection.
She smiled and waved on her friend to join the group.
The teacher waved on the students to enter the classroom.
The guard just looked at me and waved me on without checking my ID.