What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
flyover
Example
The new flyover will help ease traffic congestion in the downtown area. [flyover: noun]
Example
The airplane flew over the flyover on its way to the airport. [flyover: adjective]
overpass
Example
The pedestrian overpass provides a safe way for people to cross the busy street. [overpass: noun]
Example
The train passed under the overpass on its way to the station. [overpass: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Overpass is more commonly used than flyover in American English. In British English, flyover is more commonly used than overpass.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between flyover and overpass?
Both flyover and overpass are formal words that are typically used in technical or engineering contexts.
