How many syllables in “overdependent”?
syllables in "overdependent"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · de · pen · dent
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · d · e · p · e · n · d · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “overdependent”
The word “overdependent” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · de · pen · dent. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overdependent" have?
"overdependent" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overdependent" into syllables?
"overdependent" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · de · pen · dent.
What is the Scrabble score for "overdependent"?
The Scrabble score for "overdependent" is 20 points.
Using “overdependent” in writing
"overdependent" (o · ver · de · pen · 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, “overdependent” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.