How many syllables in “onanisms”?
syllables in "onanisms"
Word details
Syllables
3
o · na · nisms
Letters
8
o · n · a · n · i · s · m · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “onanisms”
The word “onanisms” contains 3 syllables, divided as o · na · nisms. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onanisms" have?
"onanisms" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "onanisms" into syllables?
"onanisms" is divided into syllables as: o · na · nisms.
What is the Scrabble score for "onanisms"?
The Scrabble score for "onanisms" is 10 points.
Using “onanisms” in writing
Three-syllable words like "onanisms" (o · na · nisms) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “onanisms” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “onanisms”
The letters in “onanisms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mansions.