How many syllables in “oleaginously”?
syllables in "oleaginously"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · lea · gi · nou · sly
Letters
12
o · l · e · a · g · i · n · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “oleaginously”
The word “oleaginously” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · lea · gi · nou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oleaginously" have?
"oleaginously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oleaginously" into syllables?
"oleaginously" is divided into syllables as: o · lea · gi · nou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "oleaginously"?
The Scrabble score for "oleaginously" is 16 points.
Using “oleaginously” in writing
"oleaginously" (o · lea · gi · nou · sly) 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, “oleaginously” 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.