How to Pronounce Overrides

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

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Letters

OV-err-id-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “overrides”

"overrides" has 4 syllables: ov-err-id-es. It rhymes with besides and strides, if that helps it stick.

What does overrides mean?

noun

  1. A mechanism, device or procedure used to counteract an automatic control.
  2. A royalty.

verb

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

Words that rhyme with overrides

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

besidesstrideschidestidessidesguidesglidesprovidesabidesgenocidesresidessubsides

Related words

overturnoverthrowreverseoverruleabolishesabortsannulscancellations

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overrides"?▾

"Overrides" has 4 syllables: ov · err · id · es.

What does "overrides" mean?▾

Overrides: A mechanism, device or procedure used to counteract an automatic control.

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