How many syllables in “overlaboring”?
syllables in "overlaboring"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · la · bo · ring
Letters
12
o · v · e · r · l · a · b · o · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “overlaboring”
The word “overlaboring” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · la · bo · ring. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overlaboring" have?
"overlaboring" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overlaboring" into syllables?
"overlaboring" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · la · bo · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "overlaboring"?
The Scrabble score for "overlaboring" is 18 points.
Using “overlaboring” in writing
"overlaboring" (o · ver · la · bo · ring) 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, “overlaboring” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.