How many syllables in "overtime"?

"overtime" has 3 lettergrepen (o - ver - time).

How to divide "overtime"?

"overtime" divides into 3 parts: o · ver · time.

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

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3 Lettergrepen

"overtime": 3 lettergrepen.

Lettergrepen:o·ver·time

Hoofdklemtoon

O-ver-time(o · ver · time)● ○ ○

Stress in "overtime" falls on 1st syllable.

IPA:⁄ˈoʊ.vɚˌtaɪm⁄

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IPAˈoʊ.vɚˌtaɪm

Lettergrepeno·ver·time

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