How to Pronounce "light on"
expression
ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
LYTE-awn
lˈaɪt/ /ˈɒn
LYTE-on
Definition
If something is 'light on' something, it means it has little or not enough of it. This phrase is often used to describe things or situations that are lacking a particular quality or ingredient.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn
British English
lˈaɪt/ /ˈɒn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYTE-awn
UK
LYTE-on
Listen in Context
This cake is light on sugar.
The report was light on details.
This salad is light on dressing.
The movie was entertaining but light on plot.