How many syllables in “oppositionists”?
syllables in "oppositionists"
Word details
Syllables
5
oppo · siti · onis · ts
Letters
14
o · p · p · o · s · i · t · i · o · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “oppositionists”
The word “oppositionists” contains 5 syllables, divided as oppo · siti · onis · ts. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oppositionists" have?
"oppositionists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "oppositionists" into syllables?
"oppositionists" is divided into syllables as: oppo · siti · onis · ts.
What is the Scrabble score for "oppositionists"?
The Scrabble score for "oppositionists" is 18 points.
Using “oppositionists” in writing
"oppositionists" (oppo · siti · onis · ts) 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, “oppositionists” 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.