How many syllables in “takeover”?
syllables in "takeover"
Word details
Syllables
3
ta · keo · ver
Letters
8
t · a · k · e · o · v · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “takeover”
The word “takeover” contains 3 syllables, divided as ta · keo · ver. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "takeover" have?
"takeover" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "takeover" into syllables?
"takeover" is divided into syllables as: ta · keo · ver.
What is the Scrabble score for "takeover"?
The Scrabble score for "takeover" is 15 points.
Using “takeover” in writing
Three-syllable words like "takeover" (ta · keo · ver) 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, “takeover” is worth 15 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 “takeover”
The letters in “takeover” can be rearranged to spell one other word: overtake.