How to pronounce overexpose
Say it like oh-vuh-rik-SPOHZ. Overexpose has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (SPOHZ).
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- oh
- vuh
- rik
- SPOHZ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Overexpose pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ohGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SPOHZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of overexpose
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: oh-vuh-rik-SPOHZ.
What does overexpose mean?
- To expose excessively.
- To provide excessive publicity or reporting regarding (a person, event, etc.).
- To expose (film) to light during the development process for a longer time than is required to accurately produce the image.
Where does overexpose come from?
From over- + expose.
Words that rhyme with overexpose
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Questions about saying overexpose
How do you pronounce overexpose?
Say oh-vuh-rik-SPOHZ. The American pronunciation is /ˌoʊvərɪkˈspoʊz/. In British English it is /ˌəʊvərɪkˈspəʊz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in overexpose?
Overexpose has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (SPOHZ). Broken into parts: oh · vuh · rik · SPOHZ.
Is overexpose pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˌəʊvərɪkˈspəʊz/ (oh-vuh-rik-SPOHZ).