圧倒
あっとう
atou
verbVocabularyExtra vocab 2 — supplementary

Quick answer

圧倒 (あっとう (atou)) means "To overwhelm". It is read あっとう (atou). This page covers its usage with example sentences.

Meaning

To overwhelm

Also : To crush · To overpower · To subdue

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Example Sentences

彼女の歌声は会場の観客を圧倒した。

かのじょのうたごえはかいじょうのかんきゃくをあっとうした。

Her singing voice overwhelmed the audience.

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