How many syllables in “obliterations”?
syllables in "obliterations"
Word details
Syllables
5
obli · tera · tion · s
Letters
13
o · b · l · i · t · e · r · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “obliterations”
The word “obliterations” contains 5 syllables, divided as obli · tera · tion · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obliterations" have?
"obliterations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obliterations" into syllables?
"obliterations" is divided into syllables as: obli · tera · tion · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "obliterations"?
The Scrabble score for "obliterations" is 15 points.
Using “obliterations” in writing
"obliterations" (obli · tera · tion · s) 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, “obliterations” 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.