How to Pronounce "set about doing"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /əˈbaʊt/ /ˈduɪŋ
SET uh-BOWT DOO-ing
sˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt/ /dˈuːɪŋ
SET uh-BOWT DOO-ing
Definition
To begin doing something with determination or energy, often after deciding to do it or after planning.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /əˈbaʊt/ /ˈduɪŋ
British English
sˈɛt/ /ɐbˈaʊt/ /dˈuːɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET uh-BOWT DOO-ing
UK
SET uh-BOWT DOO-ing
Listen in Context
After breakfast, she set about doing her homework.
The workers set about doing repairs right away.
He set about doing the dishes after dinner.
Without hesitation, they set about doing everything on the list.