How many syllables in “overembellished”?
syllables in "overembellished"
Word details
Syllables
5
ove · rem · bel · lis · hed
Letters
15
o · v · e · r · e · m · b · e · l · l · i · s · h · e · d
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “overembellished”
The word “overembellished” contains 5 syllables, divided as ove · rem · bel · lis · hed. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overembellished" have?
"overembellished" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overembellished" into syllables?
"overembellished" is divided into syllables as: ove · rem · bel · lis · hed.
What is the Scrabble score for "overembellished"?
The Scrabble score for "overembellished" is 26 points.
Using “overembellished” in writing
"overembellished" (ove · rem · bel · lis · hed) 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, “overembellished” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.