How to Pronounce Over-extension

To pronounce "over-extension", say OV-er-ext-ens-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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14

Letters

OV-er-ext-ens-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “over-extension”

"over-extension" has 5 syllables: ov-er-ext-ens-ion.

What does over-extension mean?

noun

  1. The state or quality of being overextended; extension beyond normal, correct, or appropriate bounds or limits.
  2. Application of a term to too many referents, as for example when a child uses cat to refer to all animals.

Related words

overextensionexcessextensionoverreachingnessoverdevelopmentoverlinessoverinclusivenessoverexactness

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How many syllables are in "over-extension"?▾

"Over-extension" has 5 syllables: ov · er · ext · ens · ion.

What does "over-extension" mean?▾

Over-extension: The state or quality of being overextended; extension beyond normal, correct, or appropriate bounds or limits.

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