How to Pronounce Overstay

To pronounce "overstay", say OV-erst-ay — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

OV-erst-ay

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💡 Tip for remembering “overstay”

"overstay" has 3 syllables: ov-erst-ay. It rhymes with convey and display, if that helps it stick.

What does overstay mean?

noun

  1. The act of staying too long.

verb

  1. To remain present after the agreed or appropriate departure time.
  2. To remain present beyond the limits of.

    “He overstayed his welcome.”

Words that rhyme with overstay

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conveydisplaydismaysobriquetdisarrayallaygaydecayplayportraycachefray

Related words

outstaylingerstaytarryperendinateoutlastabideextend

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overstay"?▾

"Overstay" has 3 syllables: ov · erst · ay.

What does "overstay" mean?▾

Overstay: The act of staying too long.

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