How to Pronounce "embark on"
expression
ɛmˈbɑɹk/, /ɪmˈbɑɹk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
em-BARK on, im-BARK on
ɛmbˈɑːk/ /ˈɒn
em-BAHK on
Definition
To start or begin something new, especially something important, challenging, or exciting, like a journey, project, or adventure.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛmˈbɑɹk/, /ɪmˈbɑɹk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
ɛmbˈɑːk/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
em-BARK on, im-BARK on
UK
em-BAHK on
Listen in Context
She decided to embark on a new career after college.
We will embark on our journey at sunrise.
He wants to embark on a project to help the environment.
After years working in finance, Lisa is ready to embark on something completely different.