overtime
Translation
overtime
Examples
I had to work overtime last night.
I had to work overtime last night.
They get paid extra for overtime.
They get paid extra for overtime.
The game went into overtime.
The game went into overtime.
Grammar Patterns
to work ((overtime)) to work longer than the usual hours I have to work overtime tonight.
to get paid for ((overtime)) to receive money for extra work We get paid for any overtime we do.
Similar Words
extra hours
Etymology
From 'over' (beyond) + 'time' (the standard period), meaning work done beyond the regular hours.
Memory Tips
Picture a clock where the hands go 'over' the normal finishing time.