How to Pronounce Overproof

To pronounce "overproof", say OV-erpr-oof — 3 syllables, IPA /(ˌ)əʊvəˈpɹuːf/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/(ˌ)əʊvəˈpɹuːf/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overproof”

"overproof" has 3 syllables: ov-erpr-oof.

What does overproof mean?

noun

  1. A spirit possessing a higher proportion of alcohol than proof spirit.

verb

  1. To proof (allow dough containing yeast to rise) excessively.

adjective

  1. Possessing a higher proportion of alcohol than proof spirit.

Synonyms

OPabove proof

Antonyms

underproof

Related words

strongheavyoveroakedoverdrunkenwhiskeyfulalcoholizedoverstoutoverfermented

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overproof"?▾

"Overproof" has 3 syllables: ov · erpr · oof.

What is the IPA transcription of "overproof"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overproof" is /(ˌ)əʊvəˈpɹuːf/.

What does "overproof" mean?▾

Overproof: A spirit possessing a higher proportion of alcohol than proof spirit.

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