How to Pronounce Overemphasize

To pronounce "overemphasize", say OV-er-emph-as-iz-e — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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6

Syllables

13

Letters

OV-er-emph-as-iz-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “overemphasize”

"overemphasize" has 6 syllables: ov-er-emph-as-iz-e. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does overemphasize mean?

verb

  1. To place too much emphasis on; to overstate the importance of.

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Words that rhyme with overemphasize

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scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

overstressemphasiseoverstateexaggerateoverestimateinsiststressemphasize

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overemphasize"?▾

"Overemphasize" has 6 syllables: ov · er · emph · as · iz · e.

What does "overemphasize" mean?▾

Overemphasize: To place too much emphasis on; to overstate the importance of.

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