How many syllables in “obliterative”?
syllables in "obliterative"
Word details
Syllables
5
obl · ite · rat · ive
Letters
12
o · b · l · i · t · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “obliterative”
The word “obliterative” contains 5 syllables, divided as obl · ite · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obliterative" have?
"obliterative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obliterative" into syllables?
"obliterative" is divided into syllables as: obl · ite · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "obliterative"?
The Scrabble score for "obliterative" is 17 points.
Using “obliterative” in writing
"obliterative" (obl · ite · rat · ive) 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, “obliterative” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.