How to Pronounce "overeducated"
word
ˌoʊvərˈɛdʒuˌkeɪtɪd
oh-ver-EDJ-oo-kay-tid
ˌəʊvəɹˈɛdʒuːkˌeɪtɪd
OH-vuh-REDJ-oo-kay-tid
Definition
Having more education than is needed, especially for a particular job or situation. It often means someone is very qualified but may have trouble finding suitable work.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌoʊvərˈɛdʒuˌkeɪtɪd
British English
ˌəʊvəɹˈɛdʒuːkˌeɪtɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-ver-EDJ-oo-kay-tid
UK
OH-vuh-REDJ-oo-kay-tid
Listen in Context
He is overeducated for this simple job.
Many overeducated young people move abroad to find work.
She felt overeducated but underemployed.
Some employers worry that overeducated candidates will get bored quickly.