How to Pronounce Overreaching

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

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4

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12

Letters

OV-err-each-ing

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💡 Tip for remembering “overreaching

"overreaching" has 4 syllables: ov-err-each-ing. It rhymes with beseeching and screeching, if that helps it stick.

What does overreaching mean?

verb

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

noun

  1. Deception

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How many syllables are in "overreaching"?

"Overreaching" has 4 syllables: ov · err · each · ing.

What does "overreaching" mean?

Overreaching: To reach above or beyond, especially to an excessive degree.

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