How many syllables in "overstate"?

"overstate" has 3 syllabes (o - ver - state).

How to divide "overstate"?

"overstate" divides into 3 parts: o · ver · state.

In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.

Say each syllable slowly (o... ver... state) and listen on SayItVid.

Guide des syllabes

3 Syllabes

"overstate": 3 syllabes.

Syllabes:o·ver·state

Accent principal

o-ver-STATE(o · ver · state)○ ○ ●

Stress in "overstate" falls on 3rd syllable.

IPA:⁄ˌoʊ.vərˈsteɪt⁄

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How many syllables in "overstate"?: "overstate" has 3 syllabes (o - ver - state).
How to divide "overstate"?: "overstate" divides into 3 parts: o · ver · state.
Where is the stress in "overstate"?: In standard pronunciation, primary stress falls on the emphasized syllable.
How to practice saying "overstate"?: Say each syllable slowly (o... ver... state) and listen on SayItVid.