How many syllables in “overachievers”?
syllables in "overachievers"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ve · rac · hie · vers
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · a · c · h · i · e · v · e · r · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “overachievers”
The word “overachievers” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ve · rac · hie · vers. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overachievers" have?
"overachievers" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overachievers" into syllables?
"overachievers" is divided into syllables as: o · ve · rac · hie · vers.
What is the Scrabble score for "overachievers"?
The Scrabble score for "overachievers" is 24 points.
Using “overachievers” in writing
"overachievers" (o · ve · rac · hie · vers) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “overachievers” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.