How to Pronounce "overstep"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌstɛp
OH-ver-STEP
ˌəʊvəstˈɛp
oh-vuh-STEP
Definition
To go beyond what is allowed or acceptable, often by breaking rules or boundaries.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌstɛp
British English
ˌəʊvəstˈɛp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-STEP
UK
oh-vuh-STEP
Listen in Context
He overstepped when he made that comment in the meeting.
Try not to overstep your boundaries at work.
She apologized for overstepping her authority.
I didn't mean to overstep, just trying to help.