How many syllables in “omnivorously”?
syllables in "omnivorously"
Word details
Syllables
5
om · ni · vo · rou · sly
Letters
12
o · m · n · i · v · o · r · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “omnivorously”
The word “omnivorously” contains 5 syllables, divided as om · ni · vo · rou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "omnivorously" have?
"omnivorously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "omnivorously" into syllables?
"omnivorously" is divided into syllables as: om · ni · vo · rou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "omnivorously"?
The Scrabble score for "omnivorously" is 20 points.
Using “omnivorously” in writing
"omnivorously" (om · ni · vo · rou · sly) 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, “omnivorously” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.