How to Pronounce "hone in"
expression
ˈhoʊn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
HOHN-in
hˈəʊn/ /ˈɪn
HOHN-in
Definition
To direct your attention or efforts closely and specifically towards something; to focus in on a particular topic, detail, or goal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhoʊn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
hˈəʊn/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HOHN-in
UK
HOHN-in
Listen in Context
Let's hone in on the main idea of this paragraph.
The scientists tried to hone in on the virus’s origin.
We need to hone in on what caused the accident.
Can you hone in on the specific problem here?