To pronounce "overlying", say OV-erly-ing — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
overlying
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OV-erly-ing
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"overlying" has 3 syllables: ov-erly-ing. It rhymes with gratifying and mystifying, if that helps it stick.
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"Overlying" has 3 syllables: ov · erly · ing.
Overlying: Lying over or upon something else
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