How to Pronounce "control over"
expression
kənˈtɹoʊɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
kuhn-TROHL OH-ver
kəntɹˈəʊl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
kuhn-TROHL OH-vuh
Definition
Having the power to direct, manage, or influence someone or something. Often used to talk about authority or the ability to decide what happens.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈtɹoʊɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
kəntɹˈəʊl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-TROHL OH-ver
UK
kuhn-TROHL OH-vuh
Listen in Context
She has control over her own money.
Parents usually have control over their children's activities.
The boss has control over the project decisions.
I wish I had more control over my time at work.