How many syllables in “oligophagous”?
syllables in "oligophagous"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · li · gop · ha · gous
Letters
12
o · l · i · g · o · p · h · a · g · o · u · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “oligophagous”
The word “oligophagous” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · li · gop · ha · gous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oligophagous" have?
"oligophagous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oligophagous" into syllables?
"oligophagous" is divided into syllables as: o · li · gop · ha · gous.
What is the Scrabble score for "oligophagous"?
The Scrabble score for "oligophagous" is 19 points.
Using “oligophagous” in writing
"oligophagous" (o · li · gop · ha · gous) 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, “oligophagous” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.