How to Pronounce "slave over"
expression
ˈsɫeɪv/ /ˈoʊvɝ
SLAYV-OH-ver
slˈeɪv/ /ˈəʊvɐ
sl-AYV-OH-vuh
Definition
To work extremely hard and for a long time on something, often with little reward or recognition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɫeɪv/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
slˈeɪv/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SLAYV-OH-ver
UK
sl-AYV-OH-vuh
Listen in Context
I slaved over my homework all night.
She slaved over the stove to make us dinner.
They slaved over the project for weeks.
I can't believe you slaved over this meal—it's amazing!