How to Pronounce Overboard

To pronounce "overboard", say OV-erb-oard — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəʊvə(ɹ)ˌbɔː(ɹ)d/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈəʊvə(ɹ)ˌbɔː(ɹ)d/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overboard”

"overboard" has 3 syllables: ov-erb-oard. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does overboard mean?

verb

  1. To throw over the edge of a boat into the water.

adjective

  1. Outside of a boat, in the water

adverb

  1. Over the edge; especially, off or outside of a boat.

    “It was their practice to throw the scraps overboard.”

  2. Excessively; too much.

    “They really went overboard with the party preparations.”

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Words that rhyme with overboard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accordlordoverlordabhorreduntowardhorderewardsoaredimploredchordawardwarlord

Related words

seatooinordinateimmoderateexorbitantextravagantextremeexcessive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overboard"?▾

"Overboard" has 3 syllables: ov · erb · oard.

What is the IPA transcription of "overboard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overboard" is /ˈəʊvə(ɹ)ˌbɔː(ɹ)d/.

What does "overboard" mean?▾

Overboard: To throw over the edge of a boat into the water.

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