How to Pronounce "shed light on"
expression
SHED LYTE AHN
SHED LYTE ON
Definition
To explain something or make it easier to understand, especially by providing new information or revealing hidden facts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɛd/ /ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ʃˈɛd/ /lˈaɪt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHED LYTE AHN
UK
SHED LYTE ON
Listen in Context
The scientist tried to shed light on the mystery.
This report will shed light on the causes of the problem.
Can you shed light on how this machine works?
Her story really shed light on what happened that night.