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How to Pronounce "back over"

expression

ˈbæk/ /ˈoʊvɝ
BAK-oh-ver
bˈæk/ /ˈəʊvɐ
BAK-oh-vuh

Definition

To drive a vehicle backwards so that it moves over or hits someone or something. It can also mean to cover or go over something again, often when reviewing information.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈbæk/ /ˈoʊvɝ

British English

bˈæk/ /ˈəʊvɐ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

BAK-oh-ver

UK

BAK-oh-vuh

Listen in Context

Be careful not to back over the bicycle.

She accidentally backed over the toy with her car.

Make sure you don’t back over anything when you leave.

Did you just back over my bag? I heard a crunch!