How to Pronounce Overhang

To pronounce "overhang", say OV-erh-ang — 3 syllables, IPA /əʊvəˈhaŋ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əʊvəˈhaŋ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overhang”

"overhang" has 3 syllables: ov-erh-ang. It rhymes with bang and tang, if that helps it stick.

What does overhang mean?

noun

  1. The volume that tips the balance between the demand and the supply toward demand lagging supply.
  2. That portion of the roof structure that extends beyond the exterior walls of a building.

verb

  1. To hang over (something).
  2. To impend.

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Words that rhyme with overhang

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bangtangharanguepangclangslanghanggangfangboomerangprangrang

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overhang"?▾

"Overhang" has 3 syllables: ov · erh · ang.

What is the IPA transcription of "overhang"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overhang" is /əʊvəˈhaŋ/.

What does "overhang" mean?▾

Overhang: The volume that tips the balance between the demand and the supply toward demand lagging supply.

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