How many syllables in “omphaloskepsis”?
syllables in "omphaloskepsis"
Word details
Syllables
5
om · pha · lo · skep · sis
Letters
14
o · m · p · h · a · l · o · s · k · e · p · s · i · s
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “omphaloskepsis”
The word “omphaloskepsis” contains 5 syllables, divided as om · pha · lo · skep · sis. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "omphaloskepsis" have?
"omphaloskepsis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "omphaloskepsis" into syllables?
"omphaloskepsis" is divided into syllables as: om · pha · lo · skep · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "omphaloskepsis"?
The Scrabble score for "omphaloskepsis" is 27 points.
Using “omphaloskepsis” in writing
"omphaloskepsis" (om · pha · lo · skep · sis) 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, “omphaloskepsis” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.