Pronunciation: [wɒst ˌə͡ʊvəkˈʌm] (IPA) 
The correct spelling of the phrase "wast overcome" is actually "was overcome." The addition of the "t" is a common error made when people try to use archaic or biblical language. In IPA phonetic transcription, the correct pronunciation of "was overcome" would be /wəz əvərˈkʌm/. It's important to always double-check the spelling of uncommon or archaic words to avoid confusing or miscommunicating with others.
The phrase "wast overcome" does not seem to have a specific etymology on its own. However, each word within the phrase can be analyzed separately:
1. Wast: This is the contraction of "you were" in archaic English. "Wast" was the second-person singular past tense of the verb "to be" in Middle English. It comes from the Old English word "wǣre".
2. Overcome: This word originated from the Old English phrase "ofercuman", which means "to conquer", "to defeat", or "to prevail over". It is a composite of "ofer" (over or above) and "cuman" (to come). Eventually, "ofercuman" evolved into "overcome" in modern English, retaining the same meaning.
Together, "wast overcome" implies that you were conquered or defeated in the past.
