How to Pronounce Overdone

To pronounce "overdone", say OV-erd-on-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ovəɹˈdʌn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ovəɹˈdʌn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overdone”

"overdone" has 4 syllables: ov-erd-on-e. It rhymes with run and shun, if that helps it stick.

What does overdone mean?

verb

To do too much; to exceed what is proper or true in doing; to carry too far.
“I overdid the sweets during the holidays and put on some weight.”
To cook for too long.
“to overdo the meat”

adjective

Cooked too much.
Exaggerated.

Synonyms

exaggerate excel outdo surpass exhaust fatigue overtask overtax

Antonyms

undercook underdo

Words that rhyme with overdone

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

run shun stun one sun dun gun fun homespun done overrun undone

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overdone"?▾

"Overdone" has 4 syllables: ov · erd · on · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "overdone"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overdone" is /ovəɹˈdʌn/.

What does "overdone" mean?▾

Overdone: To do too much; to exceed what is proper or true in doing; to carry too far.

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