How many syllables in “obliterates”?
syllables in "obliterates"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · bli · te · ra · tes
Letters
11
o · b · l · i · t · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “obliterates”
The word “obliterates” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · bli · te · ra · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obliterates" have?
"obliterates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obliterates" into syllables?
"obliterates" is divided into syllables as: o · bli · te · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "obliterates"?
The Scrabble score for "obliterates" is 13 points.
Using “obliterates” in writing
"obliterates" (o · bli · te · ra · tes) 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, “obliterates” is worth 13 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.