How many syllables in “oppositely”?
syllables in "oppositely"
Word details
Syllables
5
op · po · si · te · ly
Letters
10
o · p · p · o · s · i · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “oppositely”
The word “oppositely” contains 5 syllables, divided as op · po · si · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oppositely" have?
"oppositely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oppositely" into syllables?
"oppositely" is divided into syllables as: op · po · si · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "oppositely"?
The Scrabble score for "oppositely" is 17 points.
Using “oppositely” in writing
"oppositely" (op · po · si · te · ly) 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, “oppositely” 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.