How to Pronounce "drown in"
expression
ˈdɹaʊn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
DROWN-in
dɹˈaʊn/ /ˈɪn
drown-IN
Definition
To become covered or overwhelmed by a large amount of something, such as water, work, or emotions. Often used figuratively to mean experiencing too much of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɹaʊn/ /ˈɪn/, /ɪn
British English
dɹˈaʊn/ /ˈɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DROWN-in
UK
drown-IN
Listen in Context
She feels like she is drowning in homework every night.
He was drowning in debt after losing his job.
The city was drowning in rain during the storm.
I can't hang out tonight—I'm drowning in projects at work.