How to Pronounce Overcast

To pronounce "overcast", say OV-erc-ast — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

OV-erc-ast

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💡 Tip for remembering “overcast”

"overcast" has 3 syllables: ov-erc-ast. It rhymes with aghast and steadfast, if that helps it stick.

What does overcast mean?

noun

  1. An outcast.
  2. A cloud covering all of the sky from horizon to horizon; cloudy.

verb

  1. To overthrow.
  2. To cover with cloud; to overshadow; to darken.

adjective

  1. Covered with clouds; overshadowed; darkened; more than 90% covered by clouds.
  2. In a state of depression; gloomy; melancholy.

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Words that rhyme with overcast

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aghaststeadfastcastdowncastvastblastcontrastfastoutcasticonoclastghastlast

Related words

sunlesscloudedcloudinesscloudycloudcloud-coveredhiddenlowering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overcast"?▾

"Overcast" has 3 syllables: ov · erc · ast.

What does "overcast" mean?▾

Overcast: An outcast.

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