How many syllables in “overboard”?
syllables in "overboard"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · ver · board
Letters
9
o · v · e · r · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “overboard”
The word “overboard” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · ver · board. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overboard" have?
"overboard" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "overboard" into syllables?
"overboard" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "overboard"?
The Scrabble score for "overboard" is 15 points.
Using “overboard” in writing
Three-syllable words like "overboard" (o · ver · board) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “overboard” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “overboard”
The letters in “overboard” can be rearranged to spell one other word: overbroad.