How to Pronounce "set onto"
expression
ˈsɛt/ /ˈɑntu/, /ˈɔntu
SET-AHN-too, SET-AWN-too
sˈɛt/ /ˈɒntʊ
SET-ON-tuh
Definition
To move towards or attack someone or something, sometimes used when sending someone or an animal to attack. Also used when approaching a place or goal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛt/ /ˈɑntu/, /ˈɔntu
British English
sˈɛt/ /ˈɒntʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SET-AHN-too, SET-AWN-too
UK
SET-ON-tuh
Listen in Context
He set onto the next step with confidence.
The guard dog was set onto the thief.
She set onto her new project early in the morning.
The coach set his team onto a new strategy after halftime.