How to Pronounce Overreach

To pronounce "overreach", say OV-err-each — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈəʊvə(ˌ)ɹiːt͡ʃ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈəʊvə(ˌ)ɹiːt͡ʃ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “overreach”

"overreach" has 3 syllables: ov-err-each. It rhymes with breach and reach, if that helps it stick.

What does overreach mean?

noun

An act of extending or reaching over, especially if too far or much; overextension.
Of a horse: an act of striking the heel of a forefoot with the toe of a hindfoot; an injury caused by this action.

verb

To reach above or beyond, especially to an excessive degree.
To do something beyond an appropriate limit, or beyond one's ability.

Synonyms

cheat defraud

Words that rhyme with overreach

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

breach reach peach beseech dreich speech screech outreach preach leach bleach impeach

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overreach"?▾

"Overreach" has 3 syllables: ov · err · each.

What is the IPA transcription of "overreach"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overreach" is /ˈəʊvə(ˌ)ɹiːt͡ʃ/.

What does "overreach" mean?▾

Overreach: An act of extending or reaching over, especially if too far or much; overextension.

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