How to Pronounce "shove down"
expression
ˈʃəv/ /ˈdaʊn
SHUV-down
ʃˈʌv/ /dˈaʊn
SHUV-down
Definition
To push something down with force, especially into a place where it doesn't fit easily. Also, to make someone eat or accept something unwillingly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃəv/ /ˈdaʊn
British English
ʃˈʌv/ /dˈaʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHUV-down
UK
SHUV-down
Listen in Context
He tried to shove down the big box into the small trunk.
Don't shove down your food so fast!
She shoved down her feelings and didn't talk about them.
Stop trying to shove down your opinions—let people think for themselves.