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How to Pronounce "overcharging"

word

ˌoʊvɝˈtʃɑɹdʒɪŋ
oh-ver-CHAR-jing
ˌəʊvətʃˈɑːdʒɪŋ
oh-vuh-CHAH-jing

Definition

Taking or charging more money for something than is fair or necessary. Usually refers to asking for a price higher than what is reasonable.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˌoʊvɝˈtʃɑɹdʒɪŋ

British English

ˌəʊvətʃˈɑːdʒɪŋ

Simplified Pronunciation

US

oh-ver-CHAR-jing

UK

oh-vuh-CHAH-jing

Listen in Context

The shop was overcharging for water bottles.

Customers complained about the company overcharging them.

Overcharging is illegal in many countries.

If you feel like you’re being overcharged, just ask for a breakdown of the price.