How Do You Spell OVERTOIL?

Pronunciation: [ˌə͡ʊvətˈɔ͡ɪl] (IPA)

The word "overtoil" is spelled with a combination of letters that represent specific sounds. The "o" is pronounced like "oh," the "v" as "vuh," the "er" as "ur," the "t" as "tuh," the "oi" as "oy," and the "l" as "luh." The stress is on the second syllable, which is indicated by the apostrophe in the written form of the word (o'vertoil). With this IPA transcription, it's easier to understand how the word should sound when spoken aloud.

Meaning and Definition
Common Misspellings
Etymology
Conjugate verb
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OVERTOIL Meaning and Definition

  1. Overtoil is a verb that refers to the act of working or exerting excessive effort, either physically or mentally, to the point of exhaustion. It signifies the state of becoming extremely fatigued as a result of overexertion or excessive labor. The term often implies a sense of pushing oneself beyond reasonable limits.

    When an individual overtoils, it means they are exerting themselves too much, to an extent that it becomes damaging to their well-being. This excessive toiling could be a consequence of taking on too much work, putting in long hours without sufficient rest or breaks, or persisting with intense mental or physical activity without giving the body or mind adequate time to recuperate.

    Overtoiling can have detrimental effects on an individual's health and overall performance. It can lead to physical issues like exhaustion, burnout, and increased vulnerability to illnesses due to a weakened immune system. From a mental perspective, it can cause heightened stress, anxiety, and reduced cognitive function.

    To avoid overtoiling, it is essential to strike a balance between work and rest, ensuring that enough time is dedicated to recovery and rejuvenation. This includes taking regular breaks, getting sufficient sleep, and engaging in activities that promote relaxation and leisure. Prioritizing self-care and practicing time management are valuable strategies to prevent the harmful consequences associated with overtoiling.

Common Misspellings for OVERTOIL

  • overtol
  • ivertoil
  • kvertoil
  • lvertoil
  • pvertoil
  • 0vertoil
  • 9vertoil
  • ocertoil
  • obertoil
  • ogertoil
  • ofertoil
  • ovwrtoil
  • ovsrtoil
  • ovdrtoil
  • ovrrtoil
  • ov4rtoil
  • ov3rtoil
  • oveetoil
  • ovedtoil
  • oveftoil

Etymology of OVERTOIL

The word "overtoil" is a combination of two components: "over" and "toil".

1. "Over" comes from Old English "ofer", which means "above" or "beyond". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "ubera", meaning "over" or "beyond". In this context, "over" implies excessive or surpassing.

2. "Toil" originates from Middle English "toilen", which itself is derived from Old French "toillier" and ultimately from Latin "tudiculare". The Latin root "tudiculum" means "machine for crushing grapes", from "tudere", meaning "to beat" or "to work hard". Over time, "toil" evolved to refer to exhausting physical or mental labor.

Conjugate verb Overtoil

CONDITIONAL

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

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

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

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have overtoil
you would have overtoil
he/she/it would have overtoil
we would have overtoil
they would have overtoil

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE

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

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

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

FUTURE PERFECT

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

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

IMPERATIVE

you overtoil
we let´s overtoil

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to overtoil

PAST

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

PAST CONTINUOUS

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

PAST PARTICIPLE

overtoiled

PAST PERFECT

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

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT

I overtoil
you overtoil
he/she/it overtoils
we overtoil
they overtoil

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

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

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

overtoiling

PRESENT PERFECT

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

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

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

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