How to Pronounce "chew on"
expression
ˈtʃu/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
CHOO-awn
tʃjˈuː/ /ˈɒn
CHYOO-on
Definition
To bite and grind food with your teeth; also, to think about something carefully before making a decision.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃu/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
tʃjˈuː/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHOO-awn
UK
CHYOO-on
Listen in Context
Please chew on your food before swallowing.
I need some time to chew on this idea.
The dog likes to chew on his toy.
Let me chew on that for a bit and get back to you.