How to Pronounce "spread on"
expression
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
SPRED-awn
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɒn
spred-ON
Definition
To cover the surface of something by applying a substance onto it, often using a knife or similar tool. Commonly used with foods like butter on bread, or with other materials like paint on a wall.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɹɛd/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
spɹˈɛd/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRED-awn
UK
spred-ON
Listen in Context
I like to spread on butter before adding jam.
Please spread on some cream cheese for my bagel.
He spreads on peanut butter every morning.
Can you spread on a thin layer of mustard?