How many syllables in “overmastering”?
syllables in "overmastering"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · ma · ste · ring
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · m · a · s · t · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “overmastering”
The word “overmastering” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · ma · ste · ring. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overmastering" have?
"overmastering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overmastering" into syllables?
"overmastering" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · ma · ste · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "overmastering"?
The Scrabble score for "overmastering" is 19 points.
Using “overmastering” in writing
"overmastering" (o · ver · ma · ste · 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, “overmastering” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.