How to Pronounce "overturns"

word

ˈoʊvɝˌtɝnz

OH-ver-TURNZ

ˌəʊvətˈɜːnz

uh-vuh-TURNZ

Definition

To turn something upside down or to reverse a decision, law, or situation so it becomes the opposite of what it was. It can mean causing something to fall over physically, or changing an official ruling.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈoʊvɝˌtɝnz

British English

ˌəʊvətˈɜːnz

Simplified Pronunciation

OH-ver-TURNZ

uh-vuh-TURNZ

Listen in Context

The judge overturns the previous verdict.

If a boat overturns, everyone can fall into the water.

Heavy wind sometimes overturns trees during storms.

The court overturns laws that are found unconstitutional.