How many syllables in “overconfident”?
syllables in "overconfident"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · con · fi · dent
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · c · o · n · f · i · d · e · n · t
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “overconfident”
The word “overconfident” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · con · fi · dent. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overconfident" have?
"overconfident" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overconfident" into syllables?
"overconfident" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · con · fi · dent.
What is the Scrabble score for "overconfident"?
The Scrabble score for "overconfident" is 22 points.
Using “overconfident” in writing
"overconfident" (o · ver · con · fi · dent) 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, “overconfident” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.