How to Pronounce "overlooks"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɫʊks
OH-ver-luks
ˌəʊvəlˈʊks
oh-vuh-LUKS
Definition
Has two main meanings: (1) If a place overlooks something, it has a view of it from above; (2) To fail to notice or ignore something, often by mistake.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɫʊks
British English
ˌəʊvəlˈʊks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-luks
UK
oh-vuh-LUKS
Listen in Context
The hotel overlooks the ocean.
She often overlooks small mistakes.
His office overlooks the city square.
Don’t worry if he overlooks your comment; he’s really busy today.