How many syllables in “oligochaetes”?
syllables in "oligochaetes"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · li · goc · hae · tes
Letters
12
o · l · i · g · o · c · h · a · e · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “oligochaetes”
The word “oligochaetes” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · li · goc · hae · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oligochaetes" have?
"oligochaetes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oligochaetes" into syllables?
"oligochaetes" is divided into syllables as: o · li · goc · hae · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "oligochaetes"?
The Scrabble score for "oligochaetes" is 18 points.
Using “oligochaetes” in writing
"oligochaetes" (o · li · goc · hae · tes) 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, “oligochaetes” 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.