How to Pronounce "agonize over"
expression
ˈæɡəˌnaɪz/ /ˈoʊvɝ
AG-uh-nyze OH-ver
ˈæ.ɡən.aɪz/ /ˈəʊvɐ
AG-uh-nyze OH-vuh
Definition
To think about something a lot in a worried or anxious way, often having trouble making a decision.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæɡəˌnaɪz/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
ˈæ.ɡən.aɪz/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AG-uh-nyze OH-ver
UK
AG-uh-nyze OH-vuh
Listen in Context
Don't agonize over small mistakes; everyone makes them.
She always agonizes over what to wear to parties.
I agonized over choosing the right university.
He tends to agonize over every little detail before making a decision.