How many syllables in “overstatement”?
syllables in "overstatement"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · sta · te · ment
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · s · t · a · t · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “overstatement”
The word “overstatement” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · sta · te · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overstatement" have?
"overstatement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overstatement" into syllables?
"overstatement" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · sta · te · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "overstatement"?
The Scrabble score for "overstatement" is 18 points.
Using “overstatement” in writing
"overstatement" (o · ver · sta · te · ment) 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, “overstatement” 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.