How to Pronounce "overthrowing"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌθɹoʊɪŋ
OH-vur-THROH-ing
ˌəʊvəθɹˈəʊɪŋ
oh-vuh-THROH-ing
Definition
The act of removing a leader, government, or system from power, often by force. It can also mean defeating an authority or established rule.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌθɹoʊɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəθɹˈəʊɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-THROH-ing
UK
oh-vuh-THROH-ing
Listen in Context
The people worked together on overthrowing the corrupt government.
They talked about overthrowing the old system.
He was accused of overthrowing the king.
A small group is secretly planning on overthrowing the current president.