How many syllables in “overzealously”?
syllables in "overzealously"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · ver · zea · lou · sly
Letters
13
o · v · e · r · z · e · a · l · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “overzealously”
The word “overzealously” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · ver · zea · lou · sly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "overzealously" have?
"overzealously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "overzealously" into syllables?
"overzealously" is divided into syllables as: o · ver · zea · lou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "overzealously"?
The Scrabble score for "overzealously" is 28 points.
Using “overzealously” in writing
"overzealously" (o · ver · zea · lou · sly) 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, “overzealously” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.