How to Pronounce "bowl over"
expression
BOHL-OH-ver
BOHL-OH-vuh
Definition
To surprise or impress someone a lot, so that they are almost speechless. It is usually used when something is unexpected and very impressive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈboʊɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
bˈəʊl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOHL-OH-ver
UK
BOHL-OH-vuh
Listen in Context
The news bowled over everyone in the office.
Her singing bowled over the judges at the competition.
I was bowled over by how friendly everyone was.
I was totally bowled over when I got the job offer.