How to Pronounce Overflow

To pronounce "overflow", say OV-erfl-ow — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overflow”

"overflow" has 3 syllables: ov-erfl-ow. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.

What does overflow mean?

noun

  1. The spillage resultant from overflow; excess.
  2. Outlet for escape of excess material.

verb

  1. To flow over the brim of (a container).

    “The river overflowed the levee.”

  2. To cover with a liquid, literally or figuratively.

    “The flash flood overflowed most of the parkland and some homes.”

Words that rhyme with overflow

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aproposshowflowfallowalthoughlowbestowglowafterglowthrowgrottobeau

Related words

overspilloutpouringoverrunfloodrunoff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overflow"?▾

"Overflow" has 3 syllables: ov · erfl · ow.

What is the IPA transcription of "overflow"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overflow" is /ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/.

What does "overflow" mean?▾

Overflow: The spillage resultant from overflow; excess.

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