How many syllables in “overstrike”?
syllables in "overstrike"
Word details
Syllables
3
over · stri · ke
Letters
10
o · v · e · r · s · t · r · i · k · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “overstrike”
The word “overstrike” contains 3 syllables, divided as over · stri · ke. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overstrike" have?
"overstrike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "overstrike" into syllables?
"overstrike" is divided into syllables as: over · stri · ke.
What is the Scrabble score for "overstrike"?
The Scrabble score for "overstrike" is 17 points.
Using “overstrike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "overstrike" (over · stri · ke) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “overstrike” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “overstrike”
The letters in “overstrike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: strikeover.