How many syllables in “overcommitted”?
syllables in "overcommitted"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · com · mit · ted
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · c · o · m · m · i · t · t · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “overcommitted”
The word “overcommitted” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · com · mit · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overcommitted" have?
"overcommitted" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overcommitted" into syllables?
"overcommitted" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · com · mit · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "overcommitted"?
The Scrabble score for "overcommitted" is 23 points.
Using “overcommitted” in writing
"overcommitted" (o · ver · com · mit · ted) 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, “overcommitted” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.