How many syllables in “overembellishes”?
syllables in "overembellishes"
Word details
Syllables
5
ove · rem · bel · lis · hes
Letters
15
o · v · e · r · e · m · b · e · l · l · i · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “overembellishes”
The word “overembellishes” contains 5 syllables, divided as ove · rem · bel · lis · hes. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overembellishes" have?
"overembellishes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overembellishes" into syllables?
"overembellishes" is divided into syllables as: ove · rem · bel · lis · hes.
What is the Scrabble score for "overembellishes"?
The Scrabble score for "overembellishes" is 25 points.
Using “overembellishes” in writing
"overembellishes" (ove · rem · bel · lis · hes) 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, “overembellishes” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.