How many syllables in “overwithholding”?
syllables in "overwithholding"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · wit · hhol · ding
Letters
15
o · v · e · r · w · i · t · h · h · o · l · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “overwithholding”
The word “overwithholding” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · wit · hhol · ding. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overwithholding" have?
"overwithholding" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overwithholding" into syllables?
"overwithholding" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · wit · hhol · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "overwithholding"?
The Scrabble score for "overwithholding" is 29 points.
Using “overwithholding” in writing
"overwithholding" (o · ver · wit · hhol · ding) 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, “overwithholding” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.