The spelling of the word "overest" may seem a bit confusing to some. However, it's quite simple when we look at its IPA phonetic transcription: /əʊˈvɛrɛst/. The first syllable "o" is pronounced as "oh", while the second syllable "ver" sounds like "vur". The final syllable "est" follows normal English pronunciation. "Overest" means to overestimate or overvalue something or someone. It is important to make sure we use the correct spelling and pronunciation to avoid any misunderstandings.