on the wrong track

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What does on the wrong track mean?

using the wrong general approach to a particular task or problem; pursuing something in an unpromising way

How to pronounce on the wrong track

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “on the wrong track”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “on the wrong track”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “on the wrong track” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.