How many syllables in “oligopoly”?
syllables in "oligopoly"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · li · go · po · ly
Letters
9
o · l · i · g · o · p · o · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “oligopoly”
The word “oligopoly” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · li · go · po · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oligopoly" have?
"oligopoly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oligopoly" into syllables?
"oligopoly" is divided into syllables as: o · li · go · po · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "oligopoly"?
The Scrabble score for "oligopoly" is 15 points.
Using “oligopoly” in writing
"oligopoly" (o · li · go · po · ly) 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, “oligopoly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.