How many syllables in “obnubilating”?
syllables in "obnubilating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ob · nu · bi · la · ting
Letters
12
o · b · n · u · b · i · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “obnubilating”
The word “obnubilating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ob · nu · bi · la · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obnubilating" have?
"obnubilating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obnubilating" into syllables?
"obnubilating" is divided into syllables as: ob · nu · bi · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "obnubilating"?
The Scrabble score for "obnubilating" is 17 points.
Using “obnubilating” in writing
"obnubilating" (ob · nu · bi · la · ting) 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, “obnubilating” 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.