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