How to Pronounce Overuse

To pronounce "overuse", say OV-er-us-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌəʊvəˈjuːs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˌəʊvəˈjuːs/

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💡 Tip for remembering “overuse”

"overuse" has 4 syllables: ov-er-us-e. It rhymes with peruse and abuse, if that helps it stick.

What does overuse mean?

noun

  1. Excessive use

verb

  1. To use too much of.

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Words that rhyme with overuse

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peruseabuserefuseinfusediffusefuseexcuseoozemisuseboozeamusenews

Related words

overutilizationoverutilisationoverexploitationoverdriveoverconsumptionoverloadexcessexcessive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overuse"?▾

"Overuse" has 4 syllables: ov · er · us · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "overuse"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overuse" is /ˌəʊvəˈjuːs/.

What does "overuse" mean?▾

Overuse: Excessive use

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