How to Pronounce "glance around"
expression
ˈɡɫæns/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
GLANS uh-ROWN
ɡlˈɑːns/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
gl-AHNZ uh-ROUND
Definition
To look quickly in different directions to see what is near you, usually out of curiosity or to check your surroundings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡɫæns/ /ɝˈaʊn/, /ɝˈaʊnd
British English
ɡlˈɑːns/ /ɐɹˈaʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLANS uh-ROWN
UK
gl-AHNZ uh-ROUND
Listen in Context
She walked in, paused, and glanced around like she was looking for someone.
He glanced around the room to find his friend.
The teacher glanced around before starting the lesson.
She glanced around to see if anyone was watching.