How to Pronounce "ponder on"
expression
ˈpɑndɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
PAHN-der on
pˈɒndɐ/ /ˈɒn
PON-duh on
Definition
To think carefully and deeply about something, especially before making a decision or forming an opinion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑndɝ/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
pˈɒndɐ/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAHN-der on
UK
PON-duh on
Listen in Context
He likes to ponder on difficult questions before answering.
She pondered on the meaning of the story.
Many people ponder on life’s big questions.
Give yourself time to ponder on the choices before making a decision.