How many syllables in “octogenarians”?
syllables in "octogenarians"
Word details
Syllables
5
oc · to · ge · na · rians
Letters
13
o · c · t · o · g · e · n · a · r · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “octogenarians”
The word “octogenarians” contains 5 syllables, divided as oc · to · ge · na · rians. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "octogenarians" have?
"octogenarians" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "octogenarians" into syllables?
"octogenarians" is divided into syllables as: oc · to · ge · na · rians.
What is the Scrabble score for "octogenarians"?
The Scrabble score for "octogenarians" is 16 points.
Using “octogenarians” in writing
"octogenarians" (oc · to · ge · na · rians) 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, “octogenarians” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.