How many syllables in “overconfidence”?
syllables in "overconfidence"
Word details
Syllables
5
ove · rco · nfi · den · ce
Letters
14
o · v · e · r · c · o · n · f · i · d · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “overconfidence”
The word “overconfidence” contains 5 syllables, divided as ove · rco · nfi · den · ce. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overconfidence" have?
"overconfidence" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overconfidence" into syllables?
"overconfidence" is divided into syllables as: ove · rco · nfi · den · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "overconfidence"?
The Scrabble score for "overconfidence" is 25 points.
Using “overconfidence” in writing
"overconfidence" (ove · rco · nfi · den · ce) 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, “overconfidence” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.