How to Pronounce Overgeneralise

To pronounce "overgeneralise", say OV-erg-en-er-al-is-e — 7 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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OV-erg-en-er-al-is-e

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"overgeneralise" has 7 syllables: ov-erg-en-er-al-is-e.

What does overgeneralise mean?

verb

  1. To discuss or regard something in terms that are too general, and thereby ignore significant details or differences.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "overgeneralise"?▾

"Overgeneralise" has 7 syllables: ov · erg · en · er · al · is · e.

What does "overgeneralise" mean?▾

Overgeneralise: To discuss or regard something in terms that are too general, and thereby ignore significant details or differences.

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