Phrases Academic and Study-Related Phrases

To be in over one's head

Meaning

To be unable to cope with a task.

Translation language

John: How's the new project going?
Alice: Honestly, I think <b>I'm in over my head</b>. It's much more complex than I anticipated.
John: Maybe you should ask for some help?
Alice: I know, I'm worried about that too. I feel completely <b>in over my head</b> with this workload.