How to Pronounce "bog down"
expression
ˈbɑɡ/, /ˈbɔɡ/ /ˈdaʊn
BAHG-down or BAWG-down
bˈɒɡ/ /dˈaʊn
BOG-down
Definition
To become stuck, slowed down, or unable to make progress, either literally (like a car in mud) or figuratively (like a project with too many problems).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɑɡ/, /ˈbɔɡ/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
bˈɒɡ/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BAHG-down or BAWG-down
UK
BOG-down
Listen in Context
The truck bogged down in the mud.
Our project bogged down because of all the paperwork.
Do not let yourself bog down in small details.
The meeting really bogged down when everyone started arguing.