How to Pronounce "spill over"
expression
ˈspɪɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
SPIL-oh-ver
spˈɪl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
spil-OH-vuh
Definition
To flow or spread out of its container, or to affect other areas or situations beyond its original limits. Used for both liquids and for situations or feelings that extend further than expected.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɪɫ/ /ˈoʊvɝ
British English
spˈɪl/ /ˈəʊvɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPIL-oh-ver
UK
spil-OH-vuh
Listen in Context
Be careful or the water will spill over the edge.
The meeting ran late and spilled over into lunchtime.
Try not to let your anger spill over at work.
The festival was so popular that crowds spilled over into the nearby park.