How to Pronounce "onshore"
word
ˈɑnˌʃɔɹ
AHN-shor
ˈɒnʃɔː
ON-shaw
Definition
Located or happening on land or near the coast, especially compared to things in the sea. It can also refer to winds blowing from the sea toward the land.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑnˌʃɔɹ
British English
ˈɒnʃɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AHN-shor
UK
ON-shaw
Listen in Context
The factory is located onshore near the port.
Many oil wells are built onshore and offshore.
The company invested in onshore wind farms.
An onshore breeze brought a cool relief from the heat.