How Do You Spell OVEREXPLAIN?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəɹɛksplˈe͡ɪn] (IPA)

The word "overexplain" is spelled as /oʊvərɪkspleɪn/. The first syllable "oʊv" represents the sound of the vowel "o" in "go" followed by a "v" sound. The second syllable "ər" is pronounced with an unstressed schwa sound. The letters "ɪk" in the next syllable represent the sound of the "i" in "sit" followed by a "k" sound. The final two syllables "spl" and "eɪn" are pronounced as "spl" and "ayn" respectively, representing the two syllables "ex" and "plain."

OVEREXPLAIN Meaning and Definition

1. The term "overexplain" refers to the act of providing excessive or unnecessary details, information, or explanations to convey a concept, idea, or point. It involves going beyond the required or expected level of explanation, oftentimes resulting in a surplus of information that may confuse or overwhelm the recipient.

   When a person overexplains, they tend to elaborate excessively on certain aspects, delve into irrelevant or tangential topics, or provide unnecessary background information that could potentially distract or hinder comprehension. This can occur in various contexts, such as during a presentation, instruction, conversation, or when writing.

   Overexplaining may stem from a genuine desire to be thorough, ensure clarity, or demonstrate expertise. However, it can also indicate a lack of awareness of the recipient's knowledge level or the ability to gauge when sufficient information has been provided. It may lead to frustration, disinterest, or a loss of attention from the recipient, as the excess of information can become tiresome or dilute the main points being conveyed.

   In certain situations, overexplaining can be seen as a form of verbosity or a sign of ineffective communication. The ability to strike a balance between clarity and brevity is crucial for effective communication. It is important to consider the recipient's familiarity with the subject matter and tailor the level of explanation accordingly, in order to avoid overexplaining and ensure the intended message is conveyed efficiently.

Etymology of OVEREXPLAIN

The word "overexplain" is a derived term formed by combining the prefix "over-" and the verb "explain".

The prefix "over-" in this context means "excessive" or "beyond the normal or expected degree". It comes from Middle English, which was originally derived from Old English and has remained unchanged in its meaning.

The verb "explain" has its roots in Latin, originating from the word "explanare", which means "to make clear or plain". This Latin word is a combination of "ex", meaning "out", and "planus", meaning "flat or level".

By combining the prefix "over-" with the base word "explain", the term "overexplain" is formed to describe a situation where someone provides an excessive or unnecessary amount of explanation or detail.

Conjugate verb Overexplain

CONDITIONAL

I would overexplain

you would overexplain

he/she/it would overexplain

we would overexplain

they would overexplain

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be overexplaining

you would be overexplaining

he/she/it would be overexplaining

we would be overexplaining

they would be overexplaining

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overexplain

you would have overexplain

he/she/it would have overexplain

we would have overexplain

they would have overexplain

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been overexplaining

you would have been overexplaining

he/she/it would have been overexplaining

we would have been overexplaining

they would have been overexplaining

FUTURE

I will overexplain

you will overexplain

he/she/it will overexplain

we will overexplain

they will overexplain

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overexplaining

you will be overexplaining

he/she/it will be overexplaining

we will be overexplaining

they will be overexplaining

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overexplained

you will have overexplained

he/she/it will have overexplained

we will have overexplained

they will have overexplained

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overexplaining

you will have been overexplaining

he/she/it will have been overexplaining

we will have been overexplaining

they will have been overexplaining

IMPERATIVE

you overexplain

we let´s overexplain

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overexplain

PAST

I overexplained

you overexplained

he/she/it overexplained

we overexplained

they overexplained

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overexplaining

you were overexplaining

he/she/it was overexplaining

we were overexplaining

they were overexplaining

PAST PARTICIPLE

overexplained

PAST PERFECT

I had overexplained

you had overexplained

he/she/it had overexplained

we had overexplained

they had overexplained

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overexplaining

you had been overexplaining

he/she/it had been overexplaining

we had been overexplaining

they had been overexplaining

PRESENT

I overexplain

you overexplain

he/she/it overexplains

we overexplain

they overexplain

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overexplaining

you are overexplaining

he/she/it is overexplaining

we are overexplaining

they are overexplaining

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overexplaining

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overexplained

you have overexplained

he/she/it has overexplained

we have overexplained

they have overexplained

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overexplaining

you have been overexplaining

he/she/it has been overexplaining

we have been overexplaining

they have been overexplaining