How to Pronounce "overcrowding"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌkɹaʊdɪŋ
OH-ver-KROWD-ing
ˌəʊvəkɹˈaʊdɪŋ
oh-vuh-KROWD-ing
Definition
A situation where there are too many people in one space, making it uncomfortable or difficult to move and live there.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌkɹaʊdɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəkɹˈaʊdɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-KROWD-ing
UK
oh-vuh-KROWD-ing
Listen in Context
Overcrowding is a big problem in many cities.
The train was delayed due to overcrowding.
There is overcrowding in the classroom this year.
The hospital is struggling with overcrowding during flu season.