How to Pronounce "put on weight"
expression
ˈpʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈweɪt
PUT-ON-WAYT
pʊt/ /ˈɒn/ /wˈeɪt
PUT-ON-WAYT
Definition
To become heavier or fatter, usually over a period of time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʊt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈweɪt
British English
pʊt/ /ˈɒn/ /wˈeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUT-ON-WAYT
UK
PUT-ON-WAYT
Listen in Context
I've put on weight since last year.
He put on weight after he stopped playing football.
Too much cake will make you put on weight.
I think I might have put on weight during the holidays.