How many syllables in "overlay"?

"overlay" has 3 sílabas (o - ver - lay).

How to divide "overlay"?

"overlay" divides into 3 parts: o · ver · lay.

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

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

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3 Sílabas

"overlay": 3 sílabas.

Sílabas:o·ver·lay

Ênfase Primária

o-ver-LAY(o · ver · lay)○ ○ ●

Stress in "overlay" falls on 3rd syllable.

IPA:⁄ˌoʊvərˈleɪ⁄

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