How to Pronounce "overbearing"
word
ˈoʊvɝˈbɛɹɪŋ
OH-ver-BAIR-ing
ˌəʊvəbˈeəɹɪŋ
oh-vuh-BAIR-ing
Definition
Someone who is overbearing tries to control others too much or acts in a bossy and dominating way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˈbɛɹɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəbˈeəɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-BAIR-ing
UK
oh-vuh-BAIR-ing
Listen in Context
Her overbearing mother never let her make her own choices.
My boss is very overbearing and never listens to anyone.
His overbearing attitude made everyone uncomfortable.
She can be a bit overbearing when she's stressed out at work.