How to Pronounce "overcome"
word
/ˈoʊvɝˌkəm/
OH-vur-kuhm
/ˌəʊvəkˈʌm/
oh-vuh-KUHM
Definition
To successfully deal with a problem, difficulty, fear, or bad feeling. It can also mean defeating someone or something in a struggle or contest.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈoʊvɝˌkəm/
British English
/ˌəʊvəkˈʌm/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-kuhm
UK
oh-vuh-KUHM
Listen in Context
He overcame his fear of dogs.
We can overcome this problem together.
The team overcame a strong opponent.
It took me years to overcome my self-doubt.