How to Pronounce "overcharging"
word
ˌoʊvɝˈtʃɑɹdʒɪŋ
oh-ver-CHAR-jing
ˌəʊvətʃˈɑːdʒɪŋ
oh-vuh-CHAH-jing
Definition
Taking or charging more money for something than is fair or necessary. Usually refers to asking for a price higher than what is reasonable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝˈtʃɑɹdʒɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvətʃˈɑːdʒɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-CHAR-jing
UK
oh-vuh-CHAH-jing
Listen in Context
The shop was overcharging for water bottles.
Customers complained about the company overcharging them.
Overcharging is illegal in many countries.
If you feel like you’re being overcharged, just ask for a breakdown of the price.