How to Pronounce "warn of"
expression
ˈwɔɹn/ /ˈəv
WORN-uhv
wˈɔːn/ /ˈɒv
WAWN-ov
Definition
To tell someone about a possible danger, problem, or negative event before it happens.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwɔɹn/ /ˈəv
British English
wˈɔːn/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WORN-uhv
UK
WAWN-ov
Listen in Context
The sign warns of falling rocks.
Doctors warn of the dangers of smoking.
She warned of heavy rain later today.
The report warns of possible power outages this summer.