How to Pronounce Hangover

To pronounce "hangover", say HANG-ov-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhæŋəʊvə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhæŋəʊvə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hangover”

"hangover" has 3 syllables: hang-ov-er. It rhymes with moreover and rover, if that helps it stick.

What does hangover mean?

noun

  1. Negative effects, such as headache or nausea, caused by previous drunkenness due to (excessive) consumption of alcohol.

    “I really enjoyed yesterday’s party, but now I have the biggest hangover – I’ll not be doing that again any time soon.”

  2. Similar negative effects caused by previous excessive consumption of something else, such as a drug, coffee, sugar, etc.

Synonyms

veisalgia

Antonyms

afterglow

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Words that rhyme with hangover

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hangover"?▾

"Hangover" has 3 syllables: hang · ov · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "hangover"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hangover" is /ˈhæŋəʊvə/.

What does "hangover" mean?▾

Hangover: Negative effects, such as headache or nausea, caused by previous drunkenness due to (excessive) consumption of alcohol.

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