How to Pronounce "overthrown"
word
ˌoʊvɝˈθɹoʊn
oh-ver-THROHN
ˌəʊvəθɹˈəʊn
OH-vuh-THROHN
Definition
Removed from a position of power or authority, usually by force. It most often refers to leaders or governments being taken out of control.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝˈθɹoʊn
British English
ˌəʊvəθɹˈəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-THROHN
UK
OH-vuh-THROHN
Listen in Context
The king was overthrown by the people.
The government was overthrown in a coup.
The president was overthrown after months of protests.
Many dictators have been overthrown throughout history.