How many syllables in “odontoglossums”?
syllables in "odontoglossums"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · don · to · glos · sums
Letters
14
o · d · o · n · t · o · g · l · o · s · s · u · m · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “odontoglossums”
The word “odontoglossums” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · don · to · glos · sums. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "odontoglossums" have?
"odontoglossums" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "odontoglossums" into syllables?
"odontoglossums" is divided into syllables as: o · don · to · glos · sums.
What is the Scrabble score for "odontoglossums"?
The Scrabble score for "odontoglossums" is 18 points.
Using “odontoglossums” in writing
"odontoglossums" (o · don · to · glos · sums) 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, “odontoglossums” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.