How to Pronounce "clamp down on"
expression
ˈkɫæmp/ /ˈdaʊn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
KLAMP-down-on
klˈæmp/ /dˈaʊn/ /ˈɒn
KLAMP-down-on
Definition
To take strict or strong action to stop something, especially something considered wrong or illegal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫæmp/ /ˈdaʊn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
klˈæmp/ /dˈaʊn/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLAMP-down-on
UK
KLAMP-down-on
Listen in Context
The school decided to clamp down on cheating during exams.
The government promised to clamp down on illegal activities.
Police are trying to clamp down on street racing.
After several complaints, management decided to really clamp down on late arrivals.