How to Pronounce "overblown"
word
ˌoʊvɝˈbɫoʊn
OH-ver-BLOHN
ˌəʊvəblˈəʊn
OH-vuh-BLOHN
Definition
Something that is described as more important, impressive, or serious than it really is; excessively exaggerated.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvɝˈbɫoʊn
British English
ˌəʊvəblˈəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-BLOHN
UK
OH-vuh-BLOHN
Listen in Context
The story in the news was overblown.
Her reaction was a bit overblown.
People say the danger is overblown.
I think the hype about the new phone is totally overblown.