How many syllables in “oligopolies”?
syllables in "oligopolies"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · li · go · po · lies
Letters
11
o · l · i · g · o · p · o · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “oligopolies”
The word “oligopolies” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · li · go · po · lies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oligopolies" have?
"oligopolies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oligopolies" into syllables?
"oligopolies" is divided into syllables as: o · li · go · po · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "oligopolies"?
The Scrabble score for "oligopolies" is 14 points.
Using “oligopolies” in writing
"oligopolies" (o · li · go · po · lies) 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, “oligopolies” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.