To pronounce "overlain", say OV-erl-ain — 3 syllables, IPA /oʊ.vɚ.leɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
overlain
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/oʊ.vɚ.leɪn/
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"overlain" has 3 syllables: ov-erl-ain. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.
verb
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"Overlain" has 3 syllables: ov · erl · ain.
The IPA transcription of "overlain" is /oʊ.vɚ.leɪn/.
Overlain: To lie over or upon
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