How to Pronounce "overlords"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɫɔɹdz
OH-vur-lordz
ˈəʊvəlˌɔːdz
OH-vuh-lawdz
Definition
Powerful rulers or people with complete control over others, either literally (historical or fantasy) or figuratively (someone who dominates others).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɫɔɹdz
British English
ˈəʊvəlˌɔːdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-lordz
UK
OH-vuh-lawdz
Listen in Context
The evil overlords ruled the land for a hundred years.
In the movie, robots become the new overlords of humanity.
Many villagers feared their local overlords.
Do our tech overlords really know what's best for us?