How many syllables in “oleomargarine”?
syllables in "oleomargarine"
Word details
Syllables
5
ole · oma · rga · rin · e
Letters
13
o · l · e · o · m · a · r · g · a · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “oleomargarine”
The word “oleomargarine” contains 5 syllables, divided as ole · oma · rga · rin · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oleomargarine" have?
"oleomargarine" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oleomargarine" into syllables?
"oleomargarine" is divided into syllables as: ole · oma · rga · rin · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "oleomargarine"?
The Scrabble score for "oleomargarine" is 16 points.
Using “oleomargarine” in writing
"oleomargarine" (ole · oma · rga · rin · e) 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, “oleomargarine” 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.