How Do You Spell OVERPASS?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvəpˈas] (IPA)

The word "overpass" is spelled with the IPA transcription of /oʊvərpæs/. The first sound /oʊ/ is a diphthong that represents the combination of the short "o" sound and the long "i" sound. The second sound /v/ represents the voiced labiodental fricative made by touching your bottom lip to your upper teeth. The third sound /ər/ is a schwa followed by an "r" sound. The fourth sound /p/ is the voiceless bilabial plosive made by briefly closing your lips. The final sound /s/ represents the voiceless alveolar fricative made with your tongue against your alveolar ridge.

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OVERPASS Meaning and Definition

  1. An overpass, often referred to as a flyover, is a structure built to allow one road or railway to pass above another, thereby eliminating the need for intersecting traffic or crossing at grade. It is a type of elevated roadway or bridge that allows vehicles or pedestrians to traverse over an obstacle, such as another road, railway tracks, or water bodies, without disrupting the flow of traffic below.

    Typically composed of asphalt or concrete, an overpass usually consists of supporting pillars or piers that hold up the elevated section, allowing the smooth movement of vehicles or pedestrians across it. Overpasses are engineered to ensure stability, strength, and safe usage by incorporating various design elements like guardrails, proper signage, and sufficient lighting for visibility at night.

    Overpasses play a crucial role in modern urban landscapes, aiding in the efficient movement of vehicles, reducing congestion, and ensuring the overall safety of travelers. They are particularly common in areas with high traffic volumes, complex intersections, or areas prone to flooding or other geographical challenges. Overpasses are essential for maintaining the continuity of transportation networks, as they enable different roads or transportation systems to seamlessly intersect or pass over one another. In addition, they enhance accessibility, improving connectivity between different areas and facilitating smoother travel experiences for both local commuters and long-distance travelers.

  2. To neglect; to overlook; to pass away; to cross or go over, as, he overpassed the limits, &c.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for OVERPASS

Etymology of OVERPASS

The word "overpass" originated in the mid-19th century and has a fairly straightforward etymology. It is a compound word, combining the prefix "over" and the noun "pass".

The prefix "over" signifies a position above or higher than something. It comes from the Old English word "ofer" which has the same meaning.

The noun "pass" refers to a route or a way through, often indicating a path that allows movement from one place to another. "Pass" can be traced back to the Latin word "passus", meaning a step or stride.

Therefore, when combined, "over" and "pass" form "overpass", indicating a structure or pathway that allows people or vehicles to move above or over something, such as a road, railway, or another obstacle.

Similar spelling words for OVERPASS

Plural form of OVERPASS is OVERPASSES

Conjugate verb Overpass

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overpassed
you would have overpassed
he/she/it would have overpassed
we would have overpassed
they would have overpassed
I would have overpass
you would have overpass
he/she/it would have overpass
we would have overpass
they would have overpass

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been overpassing
you would have been overpassing
he/she/it would have been overpassing
we would have been overpassing
they would have been overpassing

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would overpass
you would overpass
he/she/it would overpass
we would overpass
they would overpass

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be overpassing
you would be overpassing
he/she/it would be overpassing
we would be overpassing
they would be overpassing

FUTURE

I will overpass
you will overpass
he/she/it will overpass
we will overpass
they will overpass

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be overpassing
you will be overpassing
he/she/it will be overpassing
we will be overpassing
they will be overpassing

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have overpassed
you will have overpassed
he/she/it will have overpassed
we will have overpassed
they will have overpassed

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been overpassing
you will have been overpassing
he/she/it will have been overpassing
we will have been overpassing
they will have been overpassing

IMPERATIVE

you overpass
we let´s overpass

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overpass

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was overpassing
you were overpassing
he/she/it was overpassing
we were overpassing
they were overpassing

PAST PARTICIPLE

overpassed

PAST PERFECT

I had overpassed
you had overpassed
he/she/it had overpassed
we had overpassed
they had overpassed

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been overpassing
you had been overpassing
he/she/it had been overpassing
we had been overpassing
they had been overpassing

PRESENT

I overpass
you overpass
he/she/it overpasses
we overpass
they overpass

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am overpassing
you are overpassing
he/she/it is overpassing
we are overpassing
they are overpassing

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overpassing

PRESENT PERFECT

I have overpassed
you have overpassed
he/she/it has overpassed
we have overpassed
they have overpassed

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been overpassing
you have been overpassing
he/she/it has been overpassing
we have been overpassing
they have been overpassing

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it overpass

SIMPLE PAST

I overpassed
you overpassed
he/she/it overpassed
we overpassed
they overpassed

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