How to Pronounce Overcomes

To pronounce "overcomes", say OV-erc-om-es — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

OV-erc-om-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “overcomes”

"overcomes" has 4 syllables: ov-erc-om-es. It rhymes with comes and slums, if that helps it stick.

What does overcomes mean?

verb

  1. To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.

    “to overcome enemies in battle”

  2. To win or prevail in some sort of battle, contest, etc.

    “We shall overcome.”

Words that rhyme with overcomes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

comesslumschumsoutcomessuccumbscrumbsmumsplumsthumbsrumsgumsdrums

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overcomes"?▾

"Overcomes" has 4 syllables: ov · erc · om · es.

What does "overcomes" mean?▾

Overcomes: To surmount (a physical or abstract obstacle); to prevail over, to get the better of.

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