How many syllables in “opinionative”?
syllables in "opinionative"
Word details
Syllables
5
opi · nio · nat · ive
Letters
12
o · p · i · n · i · o · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “opinionative”
The word “opinionative” contains 5 syllables, divided as opi · nio · nat · ive. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "opinionative" have?
"opinionative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "opinionative" into syllables?
"opinionative" is divided into syllables as: opi · nio · nat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "opinionative"?
The Scrabble score for "opinionative" is 17 points.
Using “opinionative” in writing
"opinionative" (opi · nio · nat · ive) 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, “opinionative” 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.