How many syllables in “opalescences”?
syllables in "opalescences"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · pa · le · scen · ces
Letters
12
o · p · a · l · e · s · c · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “opalescences”
The word “opalescences” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · pa · le · scen · ces. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "opalescences" have?
"opalescences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "opalescences" into syllables?
"opalescences" is divided into syllables as: o · pa · le · scen · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "opalescences"?
The Scrabble score for "opalescences" is 18 points.
Using “opalescences” in writing
"opalescences" (o · pa · le · scen · ces) 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, “opalescences” 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.