How to Pronounce "home in"
expression
ˈhoʊm/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
HOHM in
hˈəʊm/ /ˈɪn
HOHM in
Definition
To find or focus on something precisely, often by narrowing attention or moving toward a specific target. Commonly used for both physical direction and mental focus.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊm/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
hˈəʊm/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHM in
UK
HOHM in
Listen in Context
The missile homed in on its target.
The detective homed in on the main suspect.
She quickly homed in on the answer.
Let's home in on what really matters here.