How many syllables in “opportuneness”?
syllables in "opportuneness"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · por · tu · ne · ness
Letters
13
o · p · p · o · r · t · u · n · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “opportuneness”
The word “opportuneness” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · por · tu · ne · ness. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "opportuneness" have?
"opportuneness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "opportuneness" into syllables?
"opportuneness" is divided into syllables as: op · por · tu · ne · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "opportuneness"?
The Scrabble score for "opportuneness" is 17 points.
Using “opportuneness” in writing
"opportuneness" (op · por · tu · ne · ness) 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, “opportuneness” 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.