How to Pronounce "overpowers"
word
ˌoʊvɝˈpaʊɝz
oh-ver-POW-erz
ˌəʊvəpˈaʊəz
oh-vuh-POW-uhz
Definition
To defeat, control, or strongly affect someone or something, usually by using great force, power, or intensity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝˈpaʊɝz
British English
ˌəʊvəpˈaʊəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-POW-erz
UK
oh-vuh-POW-uhz
Listen in Context
The loud music overpowers my voice.
He overpowers his opponents in every match.
The smell of garlic overpowers the dish.
She always overpowers the conversation and barely lets anyone else speak.