How to Pronounce Overdrew

To pronounce "overdrew", say OV-erdr-ew — 3 syllables, IPA /oʊ.vɚ.dɹu/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/oʊ.vɚ.dɹu/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overdrew”

"overdrew" has 3 syllables: ov-erdr-ew. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does overdrew mean?

verb

  1. To withdraw more money from an account than there is credit; to make an overdraft
  2. To use a device for shooting arrows shorter than the draw of the bow.

Words that rhyme with overdrew

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overdrew"?▾

"Overdrew" has 3 syllables: ov · erdr · ew.

What is the IPA transcription of "overdrew"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overdrew" is /oʊ.vɚ.dɹu/.

What does "overdrew" mean?▾

Overdrew: To withdraw more money from an account than there is credit; to make an overdraft

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