How many syllables in “onomatopoeic”?
syllables in "onomatopoeic"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · no · ma · to · poeic
Letters
12
o · n · o · m · a · t · o · p · o · e · i · c
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “onomatopoeic”
The word “onomatopoeic” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · no · ma · to · poeic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "onomatopoeic" have?
"onomatopoeic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "onomatopoeic" into syllables?
"onomatopoeic" is divided into syllables as: o · no · ma · to · poeic.
What is the Scrabble score for "onomatopoeic"?
The Scrabble score for "onomatopoeic" is 18 points.
Using “onomatopoeic” in writing
"onomatopoeic" (o · no · ma · to · poeic) 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, “onomatopoeic” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.