How to Pronounce "gain on"
expression
ˈɡeɪn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
GAIN-awn
ɡˈeɪn/ /ˈɒn
GAIN-on
Definition
To gradually get closer to something or someone you are chasing or competing with.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡeɪn/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ɡˈeɪn/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GAIN-awn
UK
GAIN-on
Listen in Context
The second runner started to gain on the leader.
If we drive faster, we might gain on them.
Our company is starting to gain on the competition.
She noticed the bus was gaining on her as she crossed the street.