Como Pronunciar "set upon"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /əˈpɑn
SET uh-PAHN
sˈɛt/ /əpˈɒn
SET up-ON
Definição
To attack someone or something suddenly and aggressively, often in a group. It can also mean to begin doing something with energy.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈsɛt/ /əˈpɑn
Inglês Britânico
sˈɛt/ /əpˈɒn
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
SET uh-PAHN
UK
SET up-ON
Ouça em Contexto
The dog was set upon by a pack of wolves.
They were set upon as they walked home at night.
The soldiers were suddenly set upon by the enemy.
As soon as he entered the room, he was set upon with questions from the reporters.