How to Pronounce Overplay

To pronounce "overplay", say OV-erpl-ay — 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-erpl-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “overplay”

"overplay" has 3 syllables: ov-erpl-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does overplay mean?

verb

  1. To overdo or overact one's effect or role.

    “When Chris overacted his part again, the director warned that anyone overplaying would be barred from the next production.”

  2. To play (a song or record) too frequently.

Words that rhyme with overplay

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

overacthamoverdooverdramatizeoverdirectoverplyoveractivateoverexaggerate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overplay"?▾

"Overplay" has 3 syllables: ov · erpl · ay.

What does "overplay" mean?▾

Overplay: To overdo or overact one's effect or role.

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