How to Pronounce Overhand

To pronounce "overhand", say OV-erh-and — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

OV-erh-and

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💡 Tip for remembering “overhand”

"overhand" has 3 syllables: ov-erh-and.

What does overhand mean?

noun

  1. The upper hand; advantage; superiority; mastery.

verb

  1. Sew using an overhand stitch.

adjective

  1. Executed with the hand brought forward and down from above the shoulders
  2. Sewn with close, vertical stitches that draw the edges of a seam together

Synonyms

overarm

Antonyms

underhand

Related words

overarmhandmadehand-craftedoversewnround-armstopingstopestopes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overhand"?▾

"Overhand" has 3 syllables: ov · erh · and.

What does "overhand" mean?▾

Overhand: The upper hand; advantage; superiority; mastery.

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