How to Pronounce Overrated

To pronounce "overrated", say OV-err-at-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

OV-err-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “overrated”

"overrated" has 4 syllables: ov-err-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does overrated mean?

verb

  1. To esteem too highly; to give greater praise than due.

adjective

  1. Given an undue amount of credit for quality or merit in a field; not necessarily related to popularity.

    “My sister is an overrated singer.”

Antonyms

underrated

Words that rhyme with overrated

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

overestimateoverestimationoverreckoningexaggeratedoverstatedoveremphasizedoverestimatedovervalued

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overrated"?▾

"Overrated" has 4 syllables: ov · err · at · ed.

What does "overrated" mean?▾

Overrated: To esteem too highly; to give greater praise than due.

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