How to Pronounce Overacting

To pronounce "overacting", say OV-er-act-ing — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

OV-er-act-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “overacting”

"overacting" has 4 syllables: ov-er-act-ing.

What does overacting mean?

verb

  1. To act in an exaggerated manner.

    “He overacted his part.”

  2. To act upon, or influence, unduly.

Synonyms

chew the sceneryhamham it upmelodramatizetear a cat

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Related words

hammingoverdramatizationdramaticismhistrionicsexaggerationmelodramaticsoverdirectingplay-acting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overacting"?▾

"Overacting" has 4 syllables: ov · er · act · ing.

What does "overacting" mean?▾

Overacting: To act in an exaggerated manner.

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