How many syllables in “overshadowing”?
syllables in "overshadowing"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · sha · do · wing
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · s · h · a · d · o · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “overshadowing”
The word “overshadowing” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · sha · do · wing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overshadowing" have?
"overshadowing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overshadowing" into syllables?
"overshadowing" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · sha · do · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "overshadowing"?
The Scrabble score for "overshadowing" is 24 points.
Using “overshadowing” in writing
"overshadowing" (o · ver · sha · do · wing) 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, “overshadowing” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.