How many syllables in “onomatopoeias”?
syllables in "onomatopoeias"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · no · ma · to · poeias
Letters
13
o · n · o · m · a · t · o · p · o · e · i · a · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “onomatopoeias”
The word “onomatopoeias” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · no · ma · to · poeias. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onomatopoeias" have?
"onomatopoeias" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "onomatopoeias" into syllables?
"onomatopoeias" is divided into syllables as: o · no · ma · to · poeias.
What is the Scrabble score for "onomatopoeias"?
The Scrabble score for "onomatopoeias" is 17 points.
Using “onomatopoeias” in writing
"onomatopoeias" (o · no · ma · to · poeias) 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, “onomatopoeias” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.