How many syllables in “overdeveloped”?
syllables in "overdeveloped"
Word details
Syllables
5
ove · rde · vel · ope · d
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · d · e · v · e · l · o · p · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “overdeveloped”
The word “overdeveloped” contains 5 syllables, divided as ove · rde · vel · ope · d. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overdeveloped" have?
"overdeveloped" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overdeveloped" into syllables?
"overdeveloped" is divided into syllables as: ove · rde · vel · ope · d.
What is the Scrabble score for "overdeveloped"?
The Scrabble score for "overdeveloped" is 23 points.
Using “overdeveloped” in writing
"overdeveloped" (ove · rde · vel · ope · d) 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, “overdeveloped” 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.