How to Pronounce "run over"
expression
ˈɹən/ /ˈoʊvɝ
RUN OH-ver
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈəʊvɐ
run OH-vuh
Definition
To hit someone or something with a vehicle, usually by accident. It can also mean to quickly review or repeat information.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹən/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
ɹˈʌn/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RUN OH-ver
UK
run OH-vuh
Listen in Context
Be careful when you cross the street so you don't get run over.
He ran over his notes before the test.
The truck ran over the toy on the road.
Sorry I'm late—the meeting ran over by thirty minutes.