How many syllables in “overingenious”?
syllables in "overingenious"
Word details
Syllables
5
over · inge · niou · s
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · i · n · g · e · n · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “overingenious”
The word “overingenious” contains 5 syllables, divided as over · inge · niou · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overingenious" have?
"overingenious" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overingenious" into syllables?
"overingenious" is divided into syllables as: over · inge · niou · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "overingenious"?
The Scrabble score for "overingenious" is 17 points.
Using “overingenious” in writing
"overingenious" (over · inge · niou · s) 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, “overingenious” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.