How to Pronounce Overlie

To pronounce "overlie", say OV-erl-ie — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌoʊvɚˈlaɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˌoʊvɚˈlaɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overlie”

"overlie" has 3 syllables: ov-erl-ie.

What does overlie mean?

verb

  1. To lie over or upon
  2. To suffocate by lying upon

Related words

overlapcoveredcoverblanketovercomecompriserecoverinclude

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overlie"?▾

"Overlie" has 3 syllables: ov · erl · ie.

What is the IPA transcription of "overlie"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overlie" is /ˌoʊvɚˈlaɪ/.

What does "overlie" mean?▾

Overlie: To lie over or upon

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