How to Pronounce "paint over"
expression
ˈpeɪnt/ /ˈoʊvɝ
PAYNT OH-ver
pˈeɪnt/ /ˈəʊvɐ
PAYNT OH-vuh
Definition
To cover something with a new layer of paint, especially to hide or remove what is underneath.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpeɪnt/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
pˈeɪnt/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAYNT OH-ver
UK
PAYNT OH-vuh
Listen in Context
She decided to paint over the old graffiti on the wall.
You can't just paint over a dirty surface.
He used white paint to paint over the markings.
If you make a mistake, you can just paint over it and start again.