English–Spanish
“overbearing” in Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/autoɾiˈtaɾjo/
Example
No seas autoritario con los niños.
Don't be overbearing with the children.
How to say “overbearing” in Spanish
“Overbearing” in Spanish is autoritario.
Figure who imposes decisions and ignores others' feelings.
Example sentences with autoritario
El jefe autoritario impone normas sin escuchar opiniones.
The domineering boss imposes rules without listening to opinions.
Tips for using autoritario
- The word commonly describes a pattern of leadership or parenting rather than a single rude act, so calling someone autoritario implies a lasting trait and can be confrontational.
Other Spanish words for “overbearing”
Mi madre es paternalista y no me deja salir solo.
My mother is overbearing and doesn't let me go out alone.