How many syllables in “overtalkative”?
syllables in "overtalkative"
Word details
Syllables
5
ove · rta · lka · tiv · e
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · t · a · l · k · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “overtalkative”
The word “overtalkative” contains 5 syllables, divided as ove · rta · lka · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overtalkative" have?
"overtalkative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overtalkative" into syllables?
"overtalkative" is divided into syllables as: ove · rta · lka · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "overtalkative"?
The Scrabble score for "overtalkative" is 23 points.
Using “overtalkative” in writing
"overtalkative" (ove · rta · lka · tiv · e) 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, “overtalkative” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.