How many syllables in “overcritical”?
syllables in "overcritical"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · cri · ti · cal
Letters
12
o · v · e · r · c · r · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
19
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About the word “overcritical”
The word “overcritical” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · cri · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overcritical" have?
"overcritical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overcritical" into syllables?
"overcritical" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · cri · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "overcritical"?
The Scrabble score for "overcritical" is 19 points.
Using “overcritical” in writing
"overcritical" (o · ver · cri · ti · cal) 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, “overcritical” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.