How many syllables in “oblations”?
syllables in "oblations"
Word details
Syllables
3
oblat · ions
Letters
9
o · b · l · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “oblations”
The word “oblations” contains 3 syllables, divided as oblat · ions. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oblations" have?
"oblations" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "oblations" into syllables?
"oblations" is divided into syllables as: oblat · ions.
What is the Scrabble score for "oblations"?
The Scrabble score for "oblations" is 11 points.
Using “oblations” in writing
Three-syllable words like "oblations" (oblat · ions) 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, “oblations” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “oblations”
The letters in “oblations” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: boltonias, lobations.