How to Pronounce "overthrow"
word
/ˈoʊvɝˌθɹoʊ/
OH-vur-throh
/ˌəʊvəˈθrəʊ/
oh-vuh-THROH
Definition
To remove someone from power, especially a leader or government, usually by force. It can also mean to throw something too far, especially in sports.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈoʊvɝˌθɹoʊ/
British English
/ˌəʊvəˈθrəʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-throh
UK
oh-vuh-THROH
Listen in Context
The army tried to overthrow the president.
People wanted to overthrow the corrupt government.
He accidentally overthrew the ball, and his teammate missed it.
The rebels plotted for years to finally overthrow the monarchy.