How to Pronounce Overtime

To pronounce "overtime", say OV-ert-im-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈoʊvɚˌtaɪm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈoʊvɚˌtaɪm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “overtime”

"overtime" has 4 syllables: ov-ert-im-e. It rhymes with paradigm and sublime, if that helps it stick.

What does overtime mean?

noun

  1. Working time outside of one's regular hours.

    “Workers are usually paid extra for working overtime.”

  2. The rate of pay, usually higher, for work done outside of or in addition to regular hours.

verb

  1. To measure something incorrectly, as taking more time than it actually did.

adverb

  1. Exceeding regular working hours.
  2. Beyond the normal or usual extent.

Synonyms

extra time

Words that rhyme with overtime

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paradigmsublimeprimechimepantomimemaritimestimetimeslimeclimblimerhyme

Related words

supplementarysupplementaladditionalfurtherincrementalextraplayoffhours

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overtime"?▾

"Overtime" has 4 syllables: ov · ert · im · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "overtime"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overtime" is /ˈoʊvɚˌtaɪm/.

What does "overtime" mean?▾

Overtime: Working time outside of one's regular hours.

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