How to Pronounce "overhear"
word
ˈoʊvɝˈhiɹ
OH-vur-HEER
ˌəʊvəhˈiə
oh-vuh-HEE-uh
Definition
To hear something, usually a conversation, without intending to because you are nearby or someone is speaking loudly.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˈhiɹ
British English
ˌəʊvəhˈiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-vur-HEER
UK
oh-vuh-HEE-uh
Listen in Context
I overheard my friends talking about a surprise party.
She overheard her boss saying good things about her.
Did you overhear what they said?
I didn't mean to overhear, but your story was really interesting.