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How many syllables in “obscurant”?

3

syllables in "obscurant"

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Word details

Syllables

3

ob · scu · rant

Letters

9

o · b · s · c · u · r · a · n · t

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
b3
s1
c3
u1
r1
a1
n1
t1

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About the word “obscurant

The word obscurant contains 3 syllables, divided as ob · scu · rant. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "obscurant" have?

"obscurant" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "obscurant" into syllables?

"obscurant" is divided into syllables as: ob · scu · rant.

What is the Scrabble score for "obscurant"?

The Scrabble score for "obscurant" is 13 points.

Using “obscurant” in writing

Three-syllable words like "obscurant" (ob · scu · rant) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, obscurant 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.

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