How many syllables in “ooziness”?
syllables in "ooziness"
Word details
Syllables
3
oo · zi · ness
Letters
8
o · o · z · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ooziness”
The word “ooziness” contains 3 syllables, divided as oo · zi · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ooziness" have?
"ooziness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ooziness" into syllables?
"ooziness" is divided into syllables as: oo · zi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "ooziness"?
The Scrabble score for "ooziness" is 17 points.
Using “ooziness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ooziness" (oo · zi · ness) 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, “ooziness” 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.
Anagrams of “ooziness”
The letters in “ooziness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ozonises.