To pronounce "overstayed", say OV-erst-ay-ed — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
overstayed
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OV-erst-ay-ed
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"overstayed" has 4 syllables: ov-erst-ay-ed. It rhymes with dismayed and accolade, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Overstayed" has 4 syllables: ov · erst · ay · ed.
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