How to Pronounce "overprotected"
word
ˌoʊvɝpɹəˈtɛktɪd
oh-ver-pruh-TEK-tid
ˌəʊvəpɹətˈɛktɪd
OH-vuh-pruh-TEK-tid
Definition
Describes someone, usually a child, who is protected too much by parents or guardians, often in a way that limits their independence or experience.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝpɹəˈtɛktɪd
British English
ˌəʊvəpɹətˈɛktɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-pruh-TEK-tid
UK
OH-vuh-pruh-TEK-tid
Listen in Context
She felt overprotected by her parents and wanted more freedom.
Many overprotected children have trouble making decisions on their own.
Do you think being overprotected can affect a person's confidence?
He grew up so overprotected that he never learned to solve problems alone.