How to pronounce "overflow"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "overflow"

Learn how to break down "overflow" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

over-flow
2 syllables

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/
/ˈoʊvɚˌfloʊ/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

OW1 V ER0 F L OW2
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

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Definition of "overflow"

Pronunciation: /ˈəʊvəˌfləʊ/

Noun

  • The spillage resultant from overflow; excess.
  • Outlet for escape of excess material.
  • The situation where a value exceeds the available numeric range.

Verb

  • To flow over the brim of (a container).
    Example: "The river overflowed the levee."
  • To cover with a liquid, literally or figuratively.
    Example: "The flash flood overflowed most of the parkland and some homes."
  • To cause an overflow.
  • To flow over the edge of a container.
    Example: "The waters overflowed into the Ninth Ward."
  • To exceed limits or capacity.
    Example: "The hospital ER was overflowing with flu cases."
  • To be superabundant; to abound.

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