How to Pronounce "screw over"
expression
ˈskɹu/ /ˈoʊvɝ
SKROO OH-ver
skɹˈuː/ /ˈəʊvɐ
sk-ROO OH-vuh
Definition
To treat someone very unfairly or betray them, especially by cheating, lying, or acting selfishly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɹu/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
skɹˈuː/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKROO OH-ver
UK
sk-ROO OH-vuh
Listen in Context
He really screwed over his friend by lying to him.
My boss screwed me over and didn't give me my bonus.
They felt screwed over by the company after the layoffs.
I can't believe she totally screwed me over just to get that promotion.