How to Pronounce Overwrite

To pronounce "overwrite", say OV-erwr-it-e — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

OV-erwr-it-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “overwrite”

"overwrite" has 4 syllables: ov-erwr-it-e. It rhymes with insight and light, if that helps it stick.

What does overwrite mean?

noun

  1. The operation of destroying older data by recording new data over it.

verb

  1. To destroy (older data) by recording new data over it.

    “I accidentally saved my unwanted changes and overwrote the version of the document I wanted to keep.”

  2. To cover in writing; to write over the top of.

Words that rhyme with overwrite

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

insightlightcontriteincitedelighteruditebrighttwilightreconditeforthrightplightacolyte

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overwrite"?▾

"Overwrite" has 4 syllables: ov · erwr · it · e.

What does "overwrite" mean?▾

Overwrite: The operation of destroying older data by recording new data over it.

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