How to Pronounce Overridden

To pronounce "overridden", say OV-err-idd-en — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌəʊ.vəˈɹɪdn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌəʊ.vəˈɹɪdn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overridden”

"overridden" has 4 syllables: ov-err-idd-en. It rhymes with forbidden and ridden, if that helps it stick.

What does overridden mean?

verb

  1. To ride across or beyond something.
  2. To ride a horse too hard.

Words that rhyme with overridden

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

forbiddenriddenbedriddenbiddenbrydonglidden

Related words

abolishedabortedabrogatedannulledavoidedcanceledcancelleddeleted

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overridden"?▾

"Overridden" has 4 syllables: ov · err · idd · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "overridden"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overridden" is /ˌəʊ.vəˈɹɪdn̩/.

What does "overridden" mean?▾

Overridden: To ride across or beyond something.

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