How many syllables in “overambitious”?
syllables in "overambitious"
Word details
Syllables
5
over · ambi · tiou · s
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · a · m · b · i · t · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “overambitious”
The word “overambitious” contains 5 syllables, divided as over · ambi · tiou · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overambitious" have?
"overambitious" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overambitious" into syllables?
"overambitious" is divided into syllables as: over · ambi · tiou · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "overambitious"?
The Scrabble score for "overambitious" is 20 points.
Using “overambitious” in writing
"overambitious" (over · ambi · tiou · s) 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, “overambitious” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.