How many syllables in “overwintering”?
syllables in "overwintering"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · win · te · ring
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · w · i · n · t · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “overwintering”
The word “overwintering” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · win · te · ring. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overwintering" have?
"overwintering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overwintering" into syllables?
"overwintering" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · win · te · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "overwintering"?
The Scrabble score for "overwintering" is 20 points.
Using “overwintering” in writing
"overwintering" (o · ver · win · te · ring) 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, “overwintering” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.