How many syllables in “oppositional”?
syllables in "oppositional"
Word details
Syllables
5
opp · osi · tio · nal
Letters
12
o · p · p · o · s · i · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
16
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About the word “oppositional”
The word “oppositional” contains 5 syllables, divided as opp · osi · tio · nal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oppositional" have?
"oppositional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oppositional" into syllables?
"oppositional" is divided into syllables as: opp · osi · tio · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "oppositional"?
The Scrabble score for "oppositional" is 16 points.
Using “oppositional” in writing
"oppositional" (opp · osi · tio · nal) 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, “oppositional” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.