How to Pronounce Overthrown

To pronounce "overthrown", say OV-erthr-own — 3 syllables, IPA /oʊ.vɚ.θɹoʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/oʊ.vɚ.θɹoʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “overthrown”

"overthrown" has 3 syllables: ov-erthr-own. It rhymes with moan and groan, if that helps it stick.

What does overthrown mean?

verb

  1. To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.

    “I hate the current government, but not enough to want to overthrow them.”

  2. To throw down to the ground, to overturn.

verb

  1. To throw (something) so that it goes too far.

    “He overthrew first base, for an error.”

Words that rhyme with overthrown

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

moangroandronebemoancornerstonetonestonecondoneunknowncycloneatonebaritone

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overthrown"?▾

"Overthrown" has 3 syllables: ov · erthr · own.

What is the IPA transcription of "overthrown"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overthrown" is /oʊ.vɚ.θɹoʊn/.

What does "overthrown" mean?▾

Overthrown: To bring about the downfall of (a government, etc.), especially by force.

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