How many syllables in “overqualified”?
syllables in "overqualified"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · qua · li · fied
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · q · u · a · l · i · f · i · e · d
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “overqualified”
The word “overqualified” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · qua · li · fied. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overqualified" have?
"overqualified" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overqualified" into syllables?
"overqualified" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · qua · li · fied.
What is the Scrabble score for "overqualified"?
The Scrabble score for "overqualified" is 29 points.
Using “overqualified” in writing
"overqualified" (o · ver · qua · li · fied) 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, “overqualified” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.