How to Pronounce "overlapping"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɫæpɪŋ
OH-ver-LAP-ing
ˌəʊvəlˈæpɪŋ
uh-vuh-LAP-ing
Definition
Happening when two or more things cover part of the same area or happen at the same time. It can refer to physical space, time, or ideas.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɫæpɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəlˈæpɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-LAP-ing
UK
uh-vuh-LAP-ing
Listen in Context
The two circles are overlapping.
There are overlapping classes in my schedule.
Their job duties are overlapping.
I can't make both events because they're overlapping.